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A Chinese plum snack can taste very different from one variety to the next. One type is soft, sweet and chewy, while another can be salty, sour or slightly spicy. The packaging also varies, from a 60g pouch to a 500g bulk tub.
If you only look at the picture or words like “traditional” and “natural”, you could end up buying a product that doesn’t suit your taste or how you plan to use it. So pay close attention to the ingredients, nutritional values, texture and portion size.
Dried plums and preserved plums are often seasoned with both sugar and salt. A sweet-and-sour flavour can therefore come with a relatively high salt content. Always check the nutritional information per 100g.
For comparison: Jiabao Preserved Plum 65g lists 42g of sugars and 8.5g of salt per 100g. According to the product description, the flavour is built with plum, sugar, salt and liquorice. This makes the snack interesting for fans of a pronounced sweet-salty combination, but less suitable if you prefer to limit your salt intake.
Some salted plums or sour plums are sweetened with aspartame, saccharin or steviol glycosides. So don’t just look at the front of the packet. Check the full ingredients list and any warnings.
Jiajianzheng Prune 120G lists no sugar in the nutritional table, but it does contain E954, E951 and E960. The product also states that it contains a source of phenylalanine. This is important information for anyone who needs to avoid aspartame.
A multi-pack or large tub is handy for sharing, but different varieties within one pack can have ingredients and flavours you might not all enjoy. Also think about storage after opening: preserved fruit can dry out or become sticky if the bag isn’t sealed properly.
Use this practical guide:
Check whether the snack contains sulphites, preservatives, colourings, flavourings or sweeteners, among other things. Products with sulphites must state this on the label. Some items also carry a specific warning for aspartame or phenylalanine.
The exact composition is more important than general brand claims. According to the product description of UME House Green-Style Ume Plums 130g, the snack consists of green plum, salt, sugar, E330 and preservatives. The product page also lists sulphites as a warning.
For on-the-go snacking, 60 to 90g is often a manageable size. For a family, office or regular snacking, 160 to 280g can be more practical. Individual wrappers help with sharing and taking along, while a large bag usually needs fewer separate packages.
Finally, check the best-before date, storage instructions and the condition of the packaging. Store plum snacks in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and seal the pack well after opening.
Why this suits the profile: A small 60g size makes this classic Chinese plum snack ideal for trying out a flavour direction first.
The portion limits the risk of a bad buy by avoiding a large stock. The ingredients list green plum, sugar, salt and flavouring.
60g, ready to eat and, according to the product information, soft and chewy with a sweet-and-sour taste.
Why this suits the profile: According to the product description, the pack contains individually wrapped plums with multiple layers of flavour and a firm, chewy texture.
The ingredients list and warning mention sweeteners, so you can check in advance whether this suits your preference.
128g, individually wrapped and a mix of sweet, sour, salty and savoury flavour notes.
Why this suits the profile: The tub contains 500g and 70 individual wrappers, making it suitable for regular snacking, sharing or taking on the go.
The individual portions limit contact with air after opening. Do check the listed sulphites, sweeteners and colourings before ordering.
Five plum varieties in one pack, including green plum, waxberry and Suzhou plum.
Why this suits the profile: This large pack contains pitted dried prunes with no added salt according to the product information, making it a good fit for anyone looking for a simple fruit snack.
According to the product data, the ingredients list consists of dried prunes. This helps you avoid an unexpected combination of salt, sweeteners and flavourings.
430g, pitted and suitable for eating straight away or using in yoghurt, porridge and baking.
We’ve put together a full, up-to-date list of products that fully meet these strict selection criteria and comply with current European safety regulations.
Dried plums generally have a concentrated, chewy texture and can be natural or seasoned. Preserved plums are often treated with salt, sugar, acids, liquorice or preservatives. This creates a pronounced sweet-sour, salty or savoury taste.
Store the product according to the label in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Seal the bag or pack tightly. Individually wrapped plums remain practical when you take small portions with you, but always check the best-before information on the packaging.
That depends on the composition. Some varieties contain less fat, but can still be high in sugar, salt or sweeteners. So compare the nutritional information per 100g and choose a product that suits your own preferences. A fruit base doesn’t automatically make a snack low in sugar or salt.
