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Image: Trader Joe'sAs a spicy food enthusiast and a fan of Trader Joe's Crunchy Chili Onion oil and the Crunchy Chili Onion Hummus, I couldn't resist trying their latest addition: the Crunchy Chili Onion Sprinkle Seasoning Blend. I'm thrilled to say it’s now a permanent fixture on my spice rack alongside my beloved Everything But the Bagel and Everything But the Elote seasonings.
I tried the seasoning on avocado toast, spreading buttered sourdough bread with mashed avocado, a fried egg, crumbled queso fresco, and the Crunchy Chili Onion Sprinkle. (I also think it would work great on eggs alone if you don't have all the other ingredients.)
I enjoy a bit of spice, though I can’t quite handle the heat my Mexican suegra can, and this seasoning blend strikes the perfect balance. It’s flavorful without being overwhelming, offering a satisfying savory onion taste. The only downside is that I felt like I needed to use quite a bit to get the heat I was after, so I’m likely going to go through bottles quickly. But if you're just starting to explore spicier foods, this seasoning will give a nice kick. Plus, if you're already a fan of Trader Joe’s other Crunchy Chili Onion products, you’ll love that the seasoning mirrors that signature flavor.
Caution for those with gluten sensitivity: This product contains wheat flour, so it’s not gluten-free.
Other Trader Joe's enthusiasts are sharing their excitement about the product, including Reddit user mistame, who is eager to add it to nearly everything they eat.
One user echoed this sentiment, saying, "Just grabbed this, and as someone who struggles with spice but craves that mala flavor, this is fantastic! I sprinkled it over rice and fish with soy sauce and sesame oil."
Other Reddit users have come up with creative ways to enjoy the seasoning, such as adding it to popcorn, cottage cheese, salads, or burrito bowls. Here are a few ideas from our editors that you can try:
- Top your pizza with it
- Stir it into ground beef for delicious burger patties
- Sprinkle it over ramen, pho, or your favorite soup
- Enhance fried rice or plain white rice with extra flavor
- Mix it into pasta for a spicy twist
- Spread it on your favorite bagel or toast
- Use it to season roasted vegetables, particularly asparagus or Brussels sprouts
- Prepare a fruit platter with mango, watermelon, cucumber, and melon, drizzle with lime juice, and top with the seasoning
- Stir it into soy or teriyaki sauce for a spicy dipping sauce for dumplings, sushi, or egg rolls
- Sprinkle it over skillet-fried potatoes
- Season fish fillets like salmon or tilapia before pan-searing
- Use it as a seasoning for chicken or tofu
