There’s a lot to love about Trader Joe’s: the delicious desserts, the great prices, and, of course, the plethora of seasonal items. One of the most popular sections of this quirky grocery store is the frozen food aisle. Trader Joe’s is no novice when it comes to creating tasty, easy-t0-prepare meals that span a range of cuisines. And as if the flavor wasn’t enough, many of them are also ultra-affordable.
Wondering which delicious frozen items should make it into your cart on your next trip to TJ’s? We’ve got you covered. Below, we’ve rounded up a few of the best options that can bring joy to your tastebuds and simplify your weeknight dinner plans without breaking the bank. They’ll each cost you $6 or less!
1. Pork Gyoza Potstickers
Craving dumplings? These Pork Gyoza Potstickers are so easy to prepare and so delicious. Inside of each crescent-shaped wheat flour dumpling is a filling made of pork, onion, soy sauce, ginger powder, and sesame seed oil. To enjoy them, all you have to do is pop 'em in the microwave, pan fry them, or steam them. The result is so good, you'll hardly be able to tell the difference from your favorite takeout spot. And you'll save a lot of money, too!
2. Chana Masal
Trader Joe's has an extensive selection of frozen Indian dinners. This vegetarian chickpea curry is packed with flavor, and it pairs perfectly with your favorite rice or bread. It makes a perfect meal to warm you from the inside on a chilly night. Plus, those chickpeas come with some great health benefits—so not only does this frozen meal taste great, but it's also great for your body. It's a win-win all around!
3. Broccoli Cheddar Quiche
Time to enjoy some French food! Few meals are as deliciously decadent as a cheesy quiche—but this egg-based dish can take quite some time to make. That's were good old Trader Joe's comes in. Their Broccoli Cheddar Quiche makes a fantastic meal at any time of day, from breakfast to dinner. The crust is buttery, the eggs are fluffy, and all the ingredients blend together into a flavor you'll find yourself reaching for again and again. All you have to do is bake it in the oven—and maybe pop open a bottle of wine.
4. Mini Chicken Tacos
We can think of few foods that don't taste great in miniature form, but tacos are definitely one of the superior options out there. And Trader Joe's version of mini chicken tacos certainly doesn't disappoint. Picture this: delicious pulled chicken breast and mouthwatering green salsa folded into corn tortillas and fried to perfection—all in a bite-sized portion. We could eat a hundred of these things! And luckily, at this price, we could afford to, as well.
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