20 Must-Try Asian Frozen Foods at Trader Joe’s

Discover the culinary delights of Asia without leaving your kitchen with Trader Joe’s wide array of frozen foods. From savory dumplings to flavorful curries, the freezer aisle is packed with Asian-inspired treasures waiting to be explored. In this guide, we’ll take you on a journey through 20 must-try Asian frozen foods available at Trader Joe’s.

Spicy Thai Shrimp Fried Rice $5.99/16 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Spicy Thai Shrimp Fried Rice is a flavor explosion. Packed with vegetables, Thai red chilis, perfectly seasoned shrimp, and flavorful fried rice, it’s easy to prepare on the stovetop or microwave. Pair it with Thai curries or chicken satay for a delicious meal, enhanced with a squeeze of lime juice.
• Trader Joe’s Spicy Thai Shrimp Fried Rice contains jasmine rice, shrimp, palm oil, baby corn, onion, garlic, basil leaf, green peas, soy sauce, carrot, ginger, red chilies, sesame oil, green onion, vegetable powder (onion, cabbage, carrot, spring onion), white pepper, salt, sugar, kaffir lime leaves, rice flour, sesame seeds, mirin, garlic powder, and xanthan gum. Contains shrimp, soy, wheat, and sesame.
• Each serving of Trader Joe’s Spicy Thai Shrimp Fried Rice (1 cup, 137g) contains 220 calories and serves about 3. It provides 5g of total fat (6% DV), including 2.0g of saturated fat (10% DV), 0g of trans fat, and 15mg of cholesterol (5% DV). It has 400mg of sodium (17% DV), 37g of total carbohydrates (13% DV), less than 1g of dietary fiber (3% DV), and 2g of total sugars, with 0g added sugars.

Kung Pao Chicken $5.99/23 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Kung Pao Chicken features dark meat chicken, bell peppers, onions, dried chili powder, water chestnuts, and peanuts in a medium-spicy sauce. The dish is versatile in heat level—pushing chili pieces aside reduces spiciness. It’s quick to make on the stovetop or microwave, perfect with rice for a speedy, flavorful meal.
• Trader Joe’s Kung Pao Chicken contains chicken dark meat chunks with whole eggs, soybean oil, and spices. The vegetables packet includes green and red bell peppers, brown onion, dried chili, and water chestnuts. The peanuts packet contains fried peanuts. The sauce packet comprises water, sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, lime juice, and seasonings. Contains eggs, soy, wheat, and peanuts.
• Trader Joe’s Kung Pao Chicken, with a serving size of 1 cup (150g – 115g entree with 35g/2 Tbs sauce), provides 240 calories and serves about 4. It contains 10g of total fat (15% DV), including 2g of saturated fat (9% DV), 90mg of cholesterol (30% DV), and 690mg of sodium (29% DV). It has 17g of total carbohydrates (6% DV), including 2g of dietary fiber (7% DV) and 8g of sugars.

Korean Beefless Bulgogi $4.99/10 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Korean Beefless Bulgogi offers a vegan twist on the traditional Korean bulgogi. Made with 100% Beefless textured soy protein, it features a traditional marinade with soy sauce, pear puree, garlic, ginger, green onions, and sugar. Cooks quickly from frozen and pairs well with rice, veggies, or as filling for meatless tacos.
• Trader Joe’s Korean Beefless Bulgogi contains water, a sauce made of sugar, soy sauce, pear puree, onion, garlic, apple puree, caramelized sugar syrup, and various seasonings. It also includes textured soy protein (soy protein isolate, rice flour, wheat gluten, cocoa powder) and soybean oil. Contains soy and wheat.
• Trader Joe’s Korean Beefless Bulgogi has a serving size of 1/3 package (94g), providing 230 calories and serving 3. Each serving contains 11g of total fat (14% DV), including 2.0g of saturated fat (10% DV), 0g trans fat, and no cholesterol. It has 580mg of sodium (25% DV), 15g of total carbohydrates (5% DV), including 5g of dietary fiber (18% DV), and 6g of total sugars with 6g added sugars (12% DV). It also offers 16g of protein and small amounts of calcium, iron, and potassium.

Chicken Gyoza Potstickers $3.99/16 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Chicken Gyoza Potstickers feature wheat flour wrappers filled with chicken, cabbage, onion, soy sauce, sesame seed oil, and ginger. Cook easily by steaming, pan-frying, microwaving, or adding to soup. Best served crispy with Gyoza Dipping Sauce or atop greens with soy-sesame vinaigrette.
• Trader Joe’s Chicken Gyoza Potstickers are made with a savory filling of chicken, cabbage, onion, soy sauce, sesame seed oil, and ginger powder, wrapped in wheat flour wrappers. Please check the packaging in-store for the most accurate product and nutrition information as values may vary by region.

Instant Boba Kit $4.99/9.2 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Instant Boba Kit lets you enjoy the global craze of boba drinks at home. Each kit includes four pouches of brown sugar-flavored tapioca pearls, microwavable in a minute. Just mix with milk or a non-dairy alternative, add ice, and sip with the included paper straw for a delightful texture contrast.
• Trader Joe’s Instant Boba Kit includes water, brown sugar, tapioca starch, modified tapioca starch, caramel color, natural flavor, and sodium carboxymethylcellulose.
• Each serving of 1 pouch (65g) contains 110 calories and serves 4. It has 0g of total fat, saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, and only 5mg of sodium. The total carbohydrate content is 28g, with 0g of dietary fiber and 18g of total sugars (no added sugars). There is no protein in this product. It also contains small amounts of calcium, iron, and potassium.

Vegetable Pad Thai $3.49/10.5 Oz

• Trader Joe’s True Thai Vegetable Pad Thai is a beloved vegan option, crafted with care by a Thai supplier for authentic flavors. Its tamarind sauce balances sweet and spicy notes. Cooks fast in microwave or stovetop, easily customizable with proteins or kept vegan with hot sauce or lime.
• Trader Joe’s True Thai Vegetable Pad Thai includes bean sprouts, water, rice noodles, chives, palm oil, shallots, tofu, sugar, chili sauce, tamarind sauce, cashews, garlic, tomato sauce, radish, vinegar, soy sauce, salt, and chili powder. Contains soy, cashews, and wheat.
• Each serving, which is 1 tray (300g), contains 360 calories and serves 1. It has 11g of total fat (14% DV), including 4.5g of saturated fat (23% DV), 0g trans fat, and no cholesterol. The sodium content is 950mg (41% DV), total carbohydrates are 55g (20% DV), including 5g of dietary fiber (18% DV), and 27g of total sugars with 20g added sugars (40% DV). It also provides 10g of protein and small amounts of calcium, iron, and potassium.

Tandoori Naan $2.99/12 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Tandoori Naan is a versatile, traditional East Indian flatbread. Hand-stretched and baked in a clay tandoor oven, it’s dense yet doughy with a soft texture. Enjoy warm with butter, pair with curries, soups, or use as a substitute for sandwiches, transforming them into extraordinary meals.
• Trader Joe’s Tandoori Naan contains wheat flour, water, milk, sunflower oil, sugar, salt, baking powder (corn starch, sodium bicarbonate, monocalcium phosphate), and yeast. Contains wheat and milk.
• Each serving, which is 1 piece (85g), contains 250 calories and serves 4. It has 2.5g of total fat (3% DV), including 1g of saturated fat (5% DV), 0g trans fat, and 5mg of cholesterol (2% DV). The sodium content is 350mg (15% DV), total carbohydrates are 50g (15% DV), including 3g of dietary fiber (11% DV), and 2g of total sugars with 1g added sugars (2% DV). It also provides 6g of protein and small amounts of vitamin D, calcium, iron, and potassium.

Vegetable Spring Rolls $4.49/9 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Vegetable Spring Rolls are a delightful twist on traditional ones, featuring cabbage, onion, carrots, kale, tofu, and edamame for fresh flavors. They’re prepared to be crispy and tasty, even when frozen. Enjoy year-round as appetizers with Sweet Chili Sauce or pair with Mandarin Orange Chicken and Organic Jasmine Rice for a complete meal.
• The filling contains cabbage, carrot, onion, shredded white tofu (soybean, water, calcium sulfate, sodium carbonate, riboflavin), edamame, kale, mushroom, soybean oil, sugar, cornstarch, sesame oil, garlic, salt, ginger, soy sauce (soybeans, wheat, salt, starch), black pepper, and yeast extract. The wrapper is made of wheat flour, water, salt, corn syrup solids, and soybean oil. Contains soy, wheat, and sesame.
• Each serving (2 rolls, 102g) contains 200 calories and serves 2.5. It has 10g of total fat (13% DV), including 2.0g of saturated fat (10% DV), 0g trans fat, and no cholesterol. The sodium content is 400mg (17% DV), total carbohydrates are 24g (9% DV), including 5g of dietary fiber (18% DV), and 1g of total sugars with less than 1g added sugars (2% DV). It also provides 5g of protein and small amounts of calcium, iron, and potassium.

Jumeokbap $4.99/10.58 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Jumeokbap, inspired by a traditional Korean dish, are vegan rice balls with bulgogi-style plant-based filling and seasoned vegetables. Microwave-ready in a minute, they’re a fusion of jumeokbap and Japanese onigiri, perfect for a quick snack or paired with dipping sauces like Gyoza Dipping Sauce or mayo with Sriracha.
• Trader Joe’s Jumeokbap contains water, rice, sauce (sugar, soy sauce, water, onion, salt, garlic, modified tapioca starch, black pepper powder, citric acid), Beefless Bulgogi (water, sauce, textured soy protein, soybean oil), carrot, green onion, cabbage, onion, textured soybean protein concentrate, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, cornstarch, sesame oil, salt, and wheat gluten. Contains soy, sesame, and wheat.
• Each serving contains 190 calories and serves 3. It has 2.5g of total fat (3% DV), 0g saturated fat, 0g trans fat, and no cholesterol. The sodium content is 460mg (20% DV), total carbohydrates are 38g (14% DV), including 2g of dietary fiber (7% DV), and 5g of total sugars with 5g added sugars (10% DV). It also provides 5g of protein and small amounts of iron and potassium.

Japanese Style Fried Rice $3.79/16 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Japanese Style Fried Rice is a take on takikomi gohan, featuring soy sauce, mirin, edamame, fried tofu, and hijiki seaweed. Fully cooked and quick to heat, it’s great as a side or main dish, and can be fused with Sriracha and a fried egg for a tasty twist.
• It contains rice, water, edamame soybeans, soy sauce (water, soybeans, wheat, salt), sweet cooking rice wine (mirin, sugar, lactic acid), carrot, deep-fried tofu, canola oil, sake, sugar, hijiki seaweed, and sesame oil. Contains soy, sesame, and wheat.
• Each serving (1 1/2 cups frozen, makes 1 cup cooked, 180g) contains 340 calories and serves about 2.5. It has 7g of total fat (9% DV), including 1.0g of saturated fat (5% DV), 0g trans fat, and no cholesterol. The sodium content is 680mg (30% DV), total carbohydrates are 58g (21% DV), including 3g of dietary fiber (11% DV), and 5g of total sugars with 3g added sugars (6% DV). It also provides 9g of protein and small amounts of calcium, iron, and potassium.

Vegetable Bird’s Nests $3.99/10.5 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Vegetable Bird’s Nests have been a hit since 2003. Made of onions, carrots, and kale woven together and fried in tempura batter, they’re a crispy appetizer. Reheat in the oven, pan fry, or air-fry, then dip in the soy-based sauce for a delicious Asian-inspired snack.
• The Vegetable Bird’s Nests contain onion, tempura mix (wheat flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, glucose, beta carotene, riboflavin), soybean oil, water, carrot, and kale. The dipping sauce includes soy sauce (soybeans, wheat, salt), sugar, glucose, modified tapioca starch, and yeast extract. Both the nests and sauce contain soy and wheat.
• Each serving (3 pieces with sauce frozen, 114g) contains 230 calories and serves about 2.5. It has 12g of total fat (15% DV), including 1.5g of saturated fat (8% DV), 0g trans fat, and no cholesterol. The sodium content is 570mg (25% DV), total carbohydrates are 27g (10% DV), including 2g of dietary fiber (7% DV), and 8g of total sugars with 6g added sugars (12% DV). It also provides 3g of protein and small amounts of calcium, iron, and potassium.

Steamed Chicken Soup Dumplings $3.49/6 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Steamed Chicken Soup Dumplings are a marvel in Chinese culinary innovation. Inspired by dumplings from the Jiangnan region, these Xiao Long Bao are dumplings filled with savory chicken broth. Made with expertly sealed wheat flour dough, they’re steamed to perfection and frozen for convenience. Microwave and enjoy with caution for a delightful soup-filled dumpling experience.
• The filling of Trader Joe’s Steamed Chicken Soup Dumplings includes chicken, gelatin, seasonings like onion, soy sauce, and sesame oil. The dough is made from enriched wheat flour, water, tapioca starch, and soybean oil. Contains soy, sesame, and wheat.
• Trader Joe’s Steamed Chicken Soup Dumplings, with a serving size of 6 dumplings (170g), contain 250 calories. They offer 7g of total fat, 1.5g of saturated fat, and 16g of protein per serving. They also provide 45mg of cholesterol and 610mg of sodium.

Kimbap $3.99/8.11 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Kimbap, a Korean dish akin to sushi rolls but distinct, features sesame oil-seasoned rice with varied savory fillings. Cooked by a Korean expert, it’s a veggie-centric delight with sautéed greens, root veggies, pickles, and braised tofu wrapped in seaweed and rice. Microwave in 2 minutes or pan-fry for extra crunch!
• The Kimbap contains seasoned rice with sesame oil and seeds, fried tofu with braised burdock, stir-fried carrot, pickled radish, seasoned spinach, and seaweed. It includes ingredients like soybean oil, soy sauce, cane sugar, and vinegar.
• Each serving of 3 pieces (77g) of the Kimbap provides 140 calories. It contains 4g of total fat, 0.5g of saturated fat, and 0g of trans fat. There is no cholesterol in this serving. The sodium content is 320mg, making up 14% of the daily value (DV). The total carbohydrate content is 23g with 1g of dietary fiber and 2g of total sugars (including 2g of added sugars). It offers 4g of protein and provides small amounts of vitamins and minerals such as calcium, iron, and potassium.

Baingan Bharta $3.49/10 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Baingan Bharta captures the essence of Indian cuisine with roasted eggplant, onion, garlic, turmeric, fenugreek leaves, and green chili peppers. This frozen entrée offers a complex mix of flavors and textures, simple to prepare yet satisfying. Enjoy it alone or over Basmati Rice, paired with Naan and topped with Plain Greek Yogurt.
• Trader Joe’s Baingan Bharta contains onions, mashed eggplant, water, canola oil, tomato puree, spices, diced tomatoes, garlic, heavy cream, green chili pepper, salt, cilantro, fenugreek leaves, and turmeric. It also contains milk.
• Trader Joe’s Baingan Bharta has 150 calories per half container (142g). It contains 12g total fat (15% DV), 1.5g saturated fat (8% DV), 0g trans fat, 0mg cholesterol, 470mg sodium (20% DV), 13g total carbohydrates (5% DV), 6g dietary fiber (21% DV), 7g total sugars, 0g added sugars, 2g protein, and provides some calcium, iron, and potassium.

Korean Style Beef Short Ribs $13.99/20 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Korean Style Beef Short Ribs are marinated in a soy-based sauce with savory notes from soy sauce and garlic, balanced by sweetness from brown sugar. Prep takes about 15 minutes, then grill for a couple of minutes per side. Cook until reaching 160°F for a deliciously simple yet phenomenal meal.
• Trader Joe’s Korean Style Beef Short Ribs are made with beef short rib marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, water, brown sugar, rice wine, sesame oil, garlic, lemon juice, and black pepper. They contain wheat and soy.
• Each serving of Trader Joe’s Korean Style Beef Short Ribs, which is about 1 piece weighing 110 grams or 3.9 ounces, contains 320 calories. It has 27 grams of total fat, including 12 grams of saturated fat, 0 grams of trans fat, and 75 milligrams of cholesterol. This serving also provides 16 grams of protein, 2 grams of total carbohydrates, and no dietary fiber. It contributes 10% of the daily value (DV) for sodium, 2% DV for calcium, and 6% DV for iron.

Spicy Peanutty Noodle Bowl with Chicken $3.49/10.8 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Spicy Peanutty Noodle Bowl with Chicken is a delightful, convenient option packed with bold flavors and satisfying ingredients. Inspired by traditional Szechuan cuisine, it features chewy wheat noodles, tender minced chicken, assorted veggies, and a spicy peanut sauce. Ready in just five minutes, it’s a thrilling and effortless meal solution.
• Trader Joe’s Spicy Peanutty Noodle Bowl with Chicken contains cooked Asian style noodles, bok choy, ground chicken, carrots, green onions, and a flavorful mix of ingredients like brown sugar, peanut butter, tamari soy sauce, hoisin sauce, garlic puree, chicken broth, sesame oil, and various spices. It may also contain traces of other nuts.
• One container of Trader Joe’s Spicy Peanutty Noodle Bowl with Chicken, weighing 306g, contains 500 calories. It has 23g of total fat, 3.5g of saturated fat, 35mg of cholesterol, and 820mg of sodium. The bowl provides 55g of total carbohydrates, including 4g of dietary fiber and 15g of total sugars. It also offers 19g of protein and provides some calcium, iron, and potassium.

Beef Bulgogi $11.99/16 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Beef Bulgogi offers a taste of Korean heritage with thinly-sliced beef marinated in soy sauce, mirin, and sesame oil, alongside onion, garlic, and fruit juices. Ready in minutes, it’s a savory and sweet option, perfect on rice or paired with Korean sides for a satisfying meal.
• Trader Joe’s Beef Bulgogi contains beef and a binder product, soy sauce, sugar, onion, pear puree, apple puree, pineapple juice, garlic, black pepper, and sesame oil. It may contain soy, sesame, and wheat.
• A 5 oz serving of the dish provides 280 calories, 16g of total fat (21% DV), 65mg of cholesterol (22% DV), and 740mg of sodium (32% DV). It contains 13g of total carbohydrates, 9g of total sugars, and 21g of protein. Additionally, it offers small amounts of vitamin D, calcium, iron, and potassium.

Chicken-less Mandarin Orange Morsels $3.79/9.25 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Chicken-less Mandarin Orange Morsels have made a comeback! This vegan take on the popular Mandarin Orange Chicken has soy-based morsels that mimic the taste of chicken. The sweet and spicy sauce adds to the delight. Serve with noodles or rice and veggies for a satisfying meat-free meal.
• The ingredients for the Chicken-less Mandarin Orange Morsels include water, orange sauce made with sugar, soy sauce, orange juice concentrate, and spices, soy flour, textured wheat protein, wheat gluten, canola oil, breading with wheat and rice flours, and natural flavors. It contains soy and wheat.
• Each serving of Chicken-less Mandarin Orange Morsels, comprising half the bag with sauce (131g), contains 270 calories, 8g of total fat (10% DV), 29g of carbohydrates (11% DV), 7g of dietary fiber (25% DV), and 20g of protein. It also has 720mg of sodium (31% DV), 15g of total sugars, and provides some calcium, iron, and potassium.

Chicken Karaage $6.49/18.97 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Chicken Karaage offers a Japanese twist on fried chicken, featuring tender leg meat marinated in rice wine, soy sauce, and vinegar. Coated in a crisp mixture of wheat flour and cornmeal, it’s fried until golden and served with a tangy dipping sauce for an authentic Japanese dining experience.
• Trader Joe’s Chicken Karaage is made of boneless skinless chicken leg meat seasoned and marinated in soybean oil, wheat flour, cornstarch, and a blend of spices. It’s coated in a crispy mixture of wheat flour, cornmeal, and starches, then cooked in soybean oil until golden. The sauce includes canola oil, salted egg yolk, modified food starch, rice vinegar, malt vinegar, and various spices. It contains egg, soy, and wheat.
• Per serving (135g), which is a quarter of the package, Trader Joe’s Chicken Karaage with sauce provides 340 calories. It contains 20g of total fat (26% DV), 3g of saturated fat (15% DV), 75mg of cholesterol (25% DV), and 730mg of sodium (32% DV). It has 25g of total carbohydrates (9% DV), 3g of total sugars, and 15g of protein. The dish also contains small amounts of iron, potassium, and vitamin D.

Japchae Korean Glass Noodles & Vegetable Stir Fry $3.49/10.05 Oz

• Trader Joe’s Japchae brings the Korean delight of Jap-chae, a mix of glass noodles and veggies like onion, spinach, carrot, and bell peppers, flavored with sesame oil and a hint of brown sugar. Ready in 3-5 minutes from frozen, it’s an easy savory-sweet meal any day of the week!
• Trader Joe’s Japchae contains cooked sweet potato glass noodles, soy sauce, brown cane sugar, sesame oil, canola oil, onion, spinach, carrot, green and red bell peppers, and onion oil. It contains soy as an allergen.
• Sure, each serving of the Japchae contains 190 calories and provides 8% of the recommended daily value (DV) of total fat, 5% DV of saturated fat, 24% DV of sodium, 12% DV of total carbohydrates, 7% DV of dietary fiber, and 2% DV of potassium. It also contains 7 grams of added sugars and provides 2% DV of calcium and 4% DV of iron per serving.