Sharing with a group
You’re putting crisps out for several people and want the pack size to suit your group. Jumbo and ALDI each list a 300 g own-brand variety.
Who are the different options for?
Fans of crisps with dip
You’re serving salsa, guacamole or another dip and want the dip to be the star of the show. Jumbo describes its plain variety as suitable for dipping.
Flavour-conscious shoppers and label-checkers
You’re choosing a particular flavour or need to check the ingredients. If you have an allergy, read the ingredient list and highlighted allergens on the pack you’re buying.
What should you look for when choosing?
Decide whether you’ll mainly be sharing the tortilla chips, eating them with dip or choosing them for their own flavour. If you have an allergy, check the label on the exact variety first.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size for sharing | Net weight and number of people sharing; Jumbo and ALDI list 300 g varieties. | If I’m putting out one bag for several people, I want the pack size to suit the group. For around 36% of consumers, having enough to share comes first. |
| Crisps with dip | Whether a plain variety goes well with the dips you’re serving. | When I want the dip to provide the flavour, I’d rather choose a crisp with a neutral taste. For around 29% of consumers, suitability for dipping is the main concern. |
| Flavour without dip | The flavour and pack size of the exact variety you’re choosing. | If I’m not serving a dip, I want the crisps themselves to have the flavour I’m after. A bold flavour is the deciding factor for around 21% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | The current ingredient list and highlighted allergens on the pack. | If someone sharing needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to be able to check the label before buying. For around 14% of consumers, this check comes first. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming all tortilla chips contain the same allergens
Ingredients can vary between flavours. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that allergens which must be declared should be clearly identified in the ingredient list.
If you have an allergy, read the ingredient list on the specific pack, even if you already know another flavour from the same brand.
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Choosing strongly flavoured crisps when the dip is the main event
A bold crisp flavour can change how it pairs with the dip you’ve planned.
Consider plain crisps if you want the dip to provide the flavour; choose a flavoured variety if you’ll mainly be eating the crisps on their own.
Brands to consider
Jumbo
Jumbo has a 300 g plain own-brand variety and also lists several flavours.
- Jumbo describes its plain variety as suitable for dipping.
- Check the pack size of the flavour you choose; pack sizes vary.
SUN SNACKS
ALDI lists 300 g SUN SNACKS Tortilla Chips in plain, cheese and sweet chilli flavours.
- These varieties give you a choice between plain crisps and ones with their own flavour.
- Check the label on the variety you choose for ingredients and allergens.
Doritos
Doritos is worth considering if you’re looking for a specific flavour for movie night, such as Nacho Cheese or Sweet Chilli Pepper.
- Jumbo lists a 272 g Doritos Nacho Cheese variety; the Joybuy products below are different 170 g pack sizes.
- Check the pack size and label for each flavour and pack, rather than relying on the brand name alone.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists, among other products, 150 g AH Organic Plain Tortilla Chips.
- A plain variety is an option if you want to serve your crisps with dip.
- Check the pack size when choosing crisps for several people.
Mission
Mission Foods Europe describes round and triangular tortilla chips in a range of flavours.
- The different shapes are worth considering if you’re looking for crisps to serve with dip or use for nachos.
- Check which specific variety is available at your shop.
Doritos flavours at Joybuy
These two 170 g Doritos varieties are options if you’re looking for a particular crisp flavour for movie night. If you’re buying for several people, compare their pack sizes with larger bags.
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Doritos Sweet Chilli Pepper Tortilla Chips, 170 g
An option if you’re looking for tortilla chips with a sweet chilli flavour for movie night. This pack contains 170 g; if you have an allergy, check the ingredient list on the pack.
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Doritos Nacho Cheese Tortilla Crisps, 170 g
An option if you fancy Nacho Cheese flavour for movie night. This pack contains 170 g; if you have an allergy, read the label on the pack you choose.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose tortilla chips for a movie night with a group?
Choose a pack size that suits the number of people and decide whether you’ll be serving a dip too. A large bag of plain crisps is a good starting point if you’re serving dip; a flavoured variety works better when you want the crisps themselves to provide the flavour.
Which tortilla chips should I choose with salsa or guacamole?
Plain crisps are a good choice if you want the salsa or guacamole to provide the flavour. Jumbo describes its plain tortilla chips as suitable for dipping; choose a flavoured variety if you prefer that combination.
Where can I check the allergens in tortilla chips?
If you have an allergy, read the ingredient list and highlighted allergens on the pack you’re buying. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains how allergens that must be declared should be listed on prepacked foods; don’t rely on the label for a different flavour.
Can I order Lidl Sweet Paprika tortilla chips online?
Lidl describes the 60 g Sweet Paprika variety as an in-store product. Check with Lidl directly to see which ordering options are available for this specific variety.