The pros: Trader Joe’s Tartar Sauce is thick and full of relish. You’ll need a knife or spoon to get this out the jar.
The cons: This can occasionally be difficult to find.
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Seafood
Trader Joe’s Skipjack Tuna
The pros: Trader Joe’s Skipjack Tuna is a tuna that is just ok in terms of flavor.
The cons: Other brands seemed better.
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Trader Joe’s Argentinian Red Shrimp
The pros: Trader Joe’s Argentinian Red Shrimp are lobster like but far more tender.
The cons: Since these are “red” shrimp they already looked cooked, however they are not. These might be more challenging for some to figure out when they are done.
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Trader Joe’s Saucy Scallops and Mushrooms
The pros: Trader Joe’s Saucy Scallops with Mushrooms is frozen but gives you well cooked scallops from the freezer.
The cons: This product contained far more peas than mushrooms. The cheese and seafood combination might not appeal to everyone’s tastebuds.
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Trader Joe’s Thai Shrimp Gyoza
The pros: Trader Joe’s Thai Shrimp Gyoza has more in common with a spring roll. If you enjoy a spring roll, then you will likely enjoy this.
The cons: This was disappointing. I was anticipating some heat with this. There was no heat in the product whatsoever. Although the directions say you can microwave these, it should be avoided.
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Trader Joe’s Coconut Shrimp
The pros: Trader Joe’s Coconut Shrimp are a decent tasting appetizer or quick dinner.
The cons: Could have been crispier, shrimp could have been bigger, ratio of breading to shrimp was about 1:1.
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Trader Joe’s Panko Breaded Tilapia
The pros: Trader Joe’s Panko Breaded Tilapia are reasonably priced, heat up well, make for a solidly portioned fish meal and are crisp.
The cons: When prepared in the oven this product does leak some oil so be prepared to put something under this.
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Trader Joe’s Shrimp Spring Rolls
The pros: Trader Joe’s Shrimp Spring Rolls are a light, filling and healthy option in the refrigerated case.
The cons: Without the dressing this is like eating a salad completely plain.
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Trader Joe’s Shrimp Stir Fry
The pros: Trader Joe’s Shrimp Stir Fry is a terrific tasting item if you are dieting or just watching calories or carbs. Rich in vitamin C.
The cons: Not enough water chestnuts, bean sprouts were mushy and lots of broccoli stems.
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Trader Joe’s Salmon Bacon
The pros: Trader Joe’s Salmon Bacon is nice and smoky flavored that makes you feel like you are eating a “healthy” bacon.
The cons: Price. Once the smoke subsides, there is a strong fish flavor.
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