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Chinese snacks come in all sorts of forms, from rice crackers and crunchy rice cakes to Chinese biscuits, pastries and sesame snacks. There’s plenty to choose from, which makes browsing fun but choosing a little tricky. Attractive packaging doesn’t tell you much about flavour, portion size or ingredients. If you’re shopping online, it’s worth comparing product details before you buy.
Names such as caviar, truffle or barbecue flavour don’t always mean that the named ingredient makes up a large proportion of the product. Check the ingredients list. For example, the Aji Surprise Crispy Wafers with Black Truffle state that black truffle makes up 1% of the flavouring. The taste also comes from herbs, flavourings and other seasonings.
A 200 or 320g bag may look like good value, but crunchy snacks lose their texture if the pack isn’t sealed properly after opening. Individually wrapped portions are more practical for taking on the go or sharing. If you buy a larger pack, a resealable closure or an airtight storage container can help.
Wheat, soya, sesame, peanuts, nuts, egg and milk are common in Chinese biscuits and pastries. Always check the allergen information, even when you’re looking for savoury snacks or seaweed snacks. Products may also contain traces of other allergens. If you have an allergy, always follow the information on the packaging.
Pay attention to the first ingredients on the list. They’re usually shown in descending order by weight. Rice crackers, for example, may be made with a base of maize flour, wheat flour, millet flour and soya flour. Wheat flour, sugar and vegetable oil are often key ingredients in Chinese wafers and biscuits.
In particular, check for:
Serving sizes shown on the pack can vary between brands, so compare nutritional values per 100g. Many crunchy snacks are relatively high in carbohydrates. Sweet varieties also contain sugar, while seasoned rice crackers often contain more salt.
For example, the Aji Surprise Crispy Rice Crackers with Caviar Flavour list 458 kcal and 2.4g of salt per 100g. According to the product information, Wumingxiaozu Rice Crackers with Nori contain 2.0g of salt per 100g. They’re a good choice for serving in small portions, such as with tea or at a drinks gathering.
As well as the price, check the net weight. A 60g bag is handy for trying a flavour first, while 200 to 320g is better suited to a family or a gathering with several guests. Chinese snacks should generally be stored in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight and moisture. Seal the pack well after opening to help keep them crunchy for longer.
Why it suits this shopper: A generous pack for anyone trying savoury Chinese snacks for the first time and looking for a bold, spicy flavour.
The product information lists the grain mix, allergens and nutritional values per 100g, so you don’t have to rely on the flavour name alone.
208g; ready to eat; made with maize, wheat, millet and soya flour; 1.6g of salt per 100g.
Why it suits this shopper: A sweet Chinese pastry with a soft fruit filling and crumbly crust, ideal with a cup of tea or coffee.
The product description specifies the filling ratio, butter, milk powder and preservative E202, so you can see what you’re buying in advance.
184g; pineapple filling listed as 13%; ready to eat; clear allergen information for wheat, egg and milk.
Why it suits this shopper: Ideal for parties, stocking up at home or sharing regularly. Its combination of sweet, savoury and spring onion flavours is a change from everyday biscuits.
The large quantity is clearly stated, and the snacks are individually wrapped. That makes them easier to portion than a single large open bag.
2.5kg; individually wrapped; chicken is one of the filling ingredients; wheat and soya allergens listed.
We’ve put together a complete, up-to-date list of products that meet these strict selection criteria and current European safety regulations.
Choose a pack of around 200g or more, or individually wrapped snacks. Rice crackers, crunchy rice cakes and Chinese wafers are easy to put out on the table. If you’re serving several flavours, check the salt and sugar content per 100g.
Store them in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Seal the pack airtight after opening. Moisture makes crunchy snacks go soft. Always follow the storage instructions on the packaging and check the stated best-before date.
No. The range includes everything from sweet snacks with caramel, fruit or sesame to savoury snacks with seaweed, chilli, barbecue seasoning or chicken. If you’d like to make something yourself, you could also use a Korean pancake mix. It’s a cooking ingredient rather than a ready-to-eat snack.
