This Copycat Trader Joe’s Chili Onion Crunch Is Better than the Original (2024)

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This Copycat Trader Joe’s Chili Onion Crunch Is Better than the Original? ›

Trader Joes Copycat Chili-Onion Crunch is almost exactly like the store-bought version but with the addition of a very notable ingredient-crunchy garlic!!! I put my own personal spin on it. I absolutely love garlic in virtually any form so I added it to the mix and was truly inspired by the result.

As one of many Trader Joe's superfans, I was particularly excited when I found out about their version of chili crisp, called Crunchy Chili Onion. It's not spicy compared to common chili crisps, such as Fly By Jing's, but it is textured and filled with lots of crispy bits.

Try it on pizza, in tacos, or stir it into some hummus for an extra kick. My favorite cashier at Trader Joe's suggested using the chili oil as a soy sauce alternative. She mentioned she adds it to her fried rice or noodle bowls, and even dips her dumplings into it.

I don't store it in the refrigerator bc the oil will get solid, so a cool, dark spot in the pantry is always best. This will stay fresh for up to 2 months, but mine never lasts more than 2 weeks bc we go through it quickly!

The chili crisp is closely related to Chinese chili oil, and sometimes the two terms are used interchangeably, the difference being that the crisp contains edible chunks of food in the chili oil.

For those unfamiliar with chile crisp, it's a spicy, crunchy, oily condiment that adds texture, heat, and a uniquely savory taste to food, and chile crisp brands achieve wildly different flavor profiles despite using similar ingredients.

Chili crisp is a condiment consisting of oil infused with peppers and other flavorful, often crispy, crunchy ingredients. It is also sometimes called “chili crunch,” “chili oil” and “chili sauce,” with crunches and crisps tending to have a higher ratio of crispy bits to oil (though not always).

Chili crisp is an infused oil condiment that usually contains crunchy, flavorful bits of peppers, onions or scallions, garlic and other aromatics. “Chili crisp,” “chili oil and “chili sauce” can often be used interchangeably, but generally what differentiates chili crisp is the ratio of crispy bits to oil.

Chile Crunch is made in small batches from a savory blend of roasted chiles, garlic, onion and spices. The perfect partner for steak, chicken, fish, eggs and roasted vegetables. Also great on everything from pizza and pasta to burgers and tacos.

Can chili crisp go bad? ›

While it will rarely go bad, it's a good idea to keep chili crisp in a cool dry place, like a pantry, and to keep the lid tightly sealed (which keeps out bacteria).

This popular condiment is a combination of olive oil with dried onions, garlic, and peppers (both bell peppers and chili peppers) for a condiment that is a savory, slightly spicy, and delicious on just about everything.

It has improved heart health: Chilli oil contains capsaicin, a compound that has been shown to reduce inflammation and improve blood circulation. This can help protect against heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems. Weight loss: Chilli oil can boost metabolism and help burn calories.

Basically, it's the umami flavor. A funky, addictive part of the taste spectrum.

Coarse ground is best for recipes like chili. The meat will not break down as much as a fine grind, therefore producing a moist, chunky texture. With all sizes of grinds it's best to grind the meat through twice for a consistent product.

Some of the newest additions to my collection are varieties of a condiment that goes by many names: chili crisp, chili crunch, salsa macha, and more generically, chili oil. They're hot sauces elevated by a pronounced crunch. Whatever names they go by, they work not just as a topping for ramen and a dip for dumplings.

Chili Crisp Substitutes

You can sub in sesame seeds and crushed peanut for your crispy bits. Or, use any hot chili oil for flavor and drizzling.

Chili paste is a paste version of chilis similar to a texture of tomato paste, with a thicker texture. Chili crisp is a condiment of a fried pepper alongside other aromatics that are immersed in oil.