Vandaag of morgen in huis
Kwaliteit gegarandeerd
Welkomstaanbiedingen ontgrendelen: GRATIS bezorging | Tot 80% korting | Gratis 30 dagen JoyPlus-proefperiode
Download de app
Buying Asian snacks seems simple until you are faced with a wide selection of unfamiliar flavours, small packets and unclear ingredients. Eye-catching packaging tells you little about portion size, allergens or how a snack has been prepared. If you focus only on the flavour name or a discount, you could end up choosing a product that is not right for the occasion.
When comparing products, pay particular attention to these three common pitfalls:
For a film night or drinks with friends, 150- to 200-gram bags are practical for sharing. For example, consider BIN BIN Rice Cracker Seaweed Flavor, 150 grams, Haldiram’s Murukku, 200 grams or Bikano Aloo Bhujia Mix, 200 grams. Smaller portions are more convenient when you are out and about, such as snacks weighing 20, 55, 62 or 70 grams.
Individual packets can help keep the contents crisp for longer, but they may also increase the amount of packaging. The Taokaenoi Big Roll Crispy Seaweed Durian Flavor consists of nine individually wrapped rolls with a total weight of 18.9 grams.
As well as the front of the packet, read the full ingredients list. Haitai Honey Butter Chips list potato, palm oil and a honey-butter seasoning mix among their ingredients. According to the supplied product information, the product contains milk, wheat and soya.
If you are looking for vegetarian snacks, you could consider products such as Go-Tan Poppadums, which is described as vegetarian. Oishi Marty’s Baconette Strips and Oishi Marty’s Crackling Plain Salted Chicharon are also described as vegetarian snacks. A bacon or chicharon flavour does not automatically mean that the product contains meat. However, always check the label on the packet you receive.
Extra care is needed when following an allergen-free diet. “None of the 14 major EU allergens” only applies when this is clearly stated for the specific product and its current recipe. If in doubt, do not rely on the product name alone.
Asian snacks range from sweet to intensely savoury. For a first taste, milder options such as honey-butter crisps, lime crisps or coconut crackers are approachable choices. Fans of bolder flavours might prefer Thai seaweed snacks with durian, seafood snacks with Namprik seasoning or crisps with grilled pork flavour.
Texture is also worth considering:
Why it suits this profile: The 60-gram packet is a good way to try a Korean snack without ordering a large quantity straight away. The honey-butter flavour is clearly described in the product information.
The net weight is clearly stated. The allergens milk, wheat and soya are also included in the product information, so you do not have to rely on the flavour name alone.
Compact 60-gram size; familiar potato crisp format; Korean honey-butter flavour.
Why it suits this profile: This Thai seaweed snack combines roasted seaweed with durian flavour and comes divided into nine rolls. It is a good match for shoppers who value presentation, portioning and distinctive flavours.
The total contents and number of rolls are clearly specified: 18.9 grams divided into 9 portions of 2.1 grams. This makes the compact size clear in advance.
Roasted seaweed; nine individually wrapped rolls; a combination of savoury umami and durian.
Why it suits this profile: The 200-gram packet is suitable for sharing, enjoying with tea and serving at celebrations. This spiral-shaped snack is made with rice flour, wheat flour, lentil flour, chickpea flour and spices.
The ingredients and relevant allergens are clearly stated: wheat, sesame and chickpeas; traces of nuts and soya may be present. This makes the product less suitable for people who need to avoid these ingredients.
Generous 200-gram packet; traditional spiral shape; savoury, spiced recipe.
We have put together a complete, up-to-date list of products that fully meet these strict selection criteria and the applicable European safety regulations.
For a mixed selection to serve with drinks, combine different textures. Try rice crackers with seaweed flavour, potato crisps with lime or barbecue seasoning, and an Indian snack such as aloo bhujia. This gives guests sweet, savoury and spiced options to choose from.
For a vegetarian selection, Go-Tan Poppadums, Bikano Aloo Bhujia Mix, banana crisps and coconut crackers are possible choices based on the stated product information. Remember that “vegetarian” does not mean the same as “vegan”: ingredients such as milk, honey or certain flavourings may still be present.
If you want to order snacks online for eating on the go, smaller packets are usually the better choice. For home use or a party, 150- to 200-gram packets are generally more practical. Store opened crisps and crackers in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container. Moisture reduces their crunch, so always follow the storage instructions on the packaging.
Start with familiar textures and milder flavour profiles, such as honey-butter crisps, lime crisps, coconut crackers or plain rice crackers. Heavily seasoned seafood snacks, durian snacks and very salty Indian mixes are better suited to fans of bold flavours.
Check the allergen information on the product page, then inspect the packaging you receive. Look out in particular for wheat, soya, milk, sesame, peanuts, fish, shellfish and molluscs. Recipes can change. If you have an allergy, it is best not to use a product when the information is missing or unclear.
This depends on the packaging, humidity and product. Seal the bag tightly straight away and store the snack somewhere dry, away from sunlight and heat. Individually wrapped snacks, such as small seaweed rolls, can be practical when you only want to open a small portion at a time. Always check the best-before information and preferably consume an opened snack promptly.
