I am a sucker for having appetizers in the place of dinner. However, this box became just my dinner. I didn't want to share these. Now, don't judge me too harshly when I say, I like Chinese food better cold rather than fresh out of the takeout container. And there is a connection here.
Taste
I made these per the directions. Best of all, my husband wasn't home when I had them. Therefore, there was no need to share.
Oftentimes, if we get takeout, he will order an egg roll, but I like the deep-fried spring rolls better.
If you like that crispy fried, cabbage-y, mushroom-y, filled wonton, then you are in luck with these. And yes, this had the familiar soy and ginger flavors.
These are everything you like in a spring roll filling but in a really fun shape. The top of the pouch is sturdy enough to become a handle.
The shape of these almost gives you a nice handle to dip in a sauce. While a sauce is pictured on the box, none is present in this box.
While the sauce on the box looks like it is a soy sauce or even Trader Joe's Gyoza Dipping Sauce, I had mine with Thai Sweet Chili Sauce and I loved the pairing.
Overall
And yes, these were good warm, but oddly I enjoyed the leftover serving the next day. Straight from the refrigerator. It was good.
For $3.49 for about a dozen pouches these were cheaper than ordering from a local restaurant.
Would I buy this again? Yes, Trader Joe's Crispy Vegetable Pouches were good. I just wish they weren't seasonal. This would make a nice addition to the
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Trader Joe's Crispy Vegetable Pouches
Summary
A new but seasonal wonton that is just a differently shaped spring roll.
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Value
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Worthy of Repurchasing
Pros
- Wontons that are done well
- I actually liked these ice cold rather than hot out of the oven (don't judge me)
- Pair well with a variety of sauces
Cons
- Seasonal, I was wishing these weren't.
Thanks for another great review!
Hey Catherine! No problem. Would it be fair to say these look they would be vegan? I'm always afraid to say so when the box isn't labeled as such. Thanks so much for stopping by!
I think it would! Trader Joe's is confusing because some things are clearly labeled and some are not. But I saw nothing on the ingredients that alarmed me. You could always say something like, "the box does not say vegan, but the ingredients appear to be."
Looks yum. I like how it is from Vietnam.
Since I absolutely do not like mushrooms I'll have to take a pass on this if they really taste fairly mushroomy
We like a quick stir fry with all of the add-ins that make it fun, but I can see the possibilities of having these little darlings in the mix in place of the rice/noodles.
Virtual hugs,
Judie
Dag, I too cannot stand mushrooms, but these are yummy and pretty idiot-proof to prepare in the toaster oven (I did 400 for 20 minutes). I don't think they are mushroom-y in taste nor in texture.
Hhhhmmmmm HM- now I am intrigued since you also do not like mushrooms but are still promoting the product LOL. I might just go buy a box this weekend. Thanks for the info
Looks good I’m going to try these next time 🤣
These sound fabulous! I’ll definitely pick them up on my next trip to TJs- they do look vegan!! Perfect for a snacky style dinner 🙂 i’ll be sure to try any leftovers cold since i am also a fan of cold chinese leftovers
These look so good. Did these come with the sauce or did you make it?
Hey Jessica! These did not come with a sauce. However, I can tell you that I paired it with Trader Joe's Thai Sweet Chili sauce.
I had these and thought they were pretty good. But I found them a tad too salty
Thanks for sharing Terence!