The Best Trader Joe's Condiments, Sauces, And Dips, Ranked From "Skip It" To "Yes, I Eat This By The Spoonful" (2024)

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Confession: I'm sort of obsessed with condiments. Just a little drizzle or schmear can instantly upgrade whatever you're cooking. And that's is part of the reason I absolutely adore Trader Joe's. This heavenly market boasts so many amazing and creative condiments and sauces at affordable prices —but they're not all created equally. So I went ahead and ranked a ton of popular Trader Joe's condiments, dips, spreads, and dressings from worst to best that I've tried over the years. This way, you know exactly what to stock up on and what to leave on the shelves. (If I missed your favorite, leave it in the comments!) 99. Organic Buffalo Style Hummus 98. Organic Balsamic & Fig Dressing 97. Bruschetta 96. Organic Cashew Cream Fiesta 95. Cilantro Dressing 94. Romesco Dip 93. Vegan Bolognese Style Pasta Sauce 92. Pimento Cheese Dip 91. Red Pepper Spread With Eggplant & Garlic 90. Rustico Pomodoro Pasta Sauce 89. Chili Pepper Sauce 88. Autumnal Harvest Creamy Pasta Sauce 87. Spicy Hummus Dip 86. Romano Caesar Dressing 85. Enchilada Sauce 84. Everything But The Bagel Greek Style Yogurt Dip 83. Chipotle Black Bean Dip 82. Fall Harvest Salsa 81. Asian Style Spicy Peanut Vinaigrette 80. Spinach & Kale Greek Yogurt Dip 79. Carolina Gold Barbecue Sauce 78. Organic Vodka Sauce 77. Everything and the Elote Greek Style Yogurt Dip 76. Pesto Alla Genovese Basil Pesto 75. Sriracha Sauce 74. Whole Grain Dijon Mustard 73. Cold Brew Coffee BBQ Sauce 72. Avocado Tzatziki 71. Creamy Cauliflower Jalapeño Dip 70. Queso Cheese Dip 69. Pineapple Salsa 68. General Tsao Stir Fry Sauce 67. Smoked Salmon Dip 66. Vegan Caramelized Onion Dip 65. Thai Style Green Chili Sauce 64. Thai Style Red Curry Sauce 63. Gyoza Dipping Sauce 62. Genova Pesto 61. Italian Bomba Hot Pepper Sauce 60. Vegan Caesar Dressing 59. Pepita Salsa 58. Chili Lime Mayonnaise 57. Buffalo Style Chicken Dip 56. Eggplant Garlic Spread 55. Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce 54. Green Goddess Dip 53. Organic Tahini 52. Thai-Style Yellow Curry Sauce 51. Hot & Sweet Pepper Jelly 50. Mango Ginger Chutney 49. Pumpkin Alfredo Sauce 48. Vegan Kale, Cashew & Basil Pesto 47. Roasted Tomatillo Salsa Verde 46. Alfredo Pasta Sauce 45. Masala Simmer Sauce 44. Organic Cucumber Kefir Dressing 43. Cowboy Caviar 42. Traditional Tunisian Harissa 41. Sriracha and Roasted Garlic BBQ Sauce 40. Mediterranean Style Hummus 39. Chunky Spicy Guacamole Autentico 38. Indian-Style Garlic Achaar Sauce 37. Arrabiata Sauce 36. Greek Style Feta Dressing 35. Spicy Pumpkin Curry Simmer Sauce 34. Toasted Sesame Dressing 33. Bolognese Style Tomato and Beef Pasta Sauce 32. Caramelized Onion Dip 31. Three Cheese Pomodoro Pasta Sauce 30. Chunky Blue Cheese Dressing and Dip 29. Blue Cheese Roasted Pecan Dip 28. Jalapeño Sauce 27. Spicy Honey Sauce 26. Carrot Ginger Miso Dressing 25. Honey Aleppo Sauce 24. Spicy Cashew Butter Dressing 23. Chili Sesame Oil 22. Hot Pico De Gallo Salsa 21. Garlic Spread Dip 20. Organic Kansas City Style BBQ Sauce 19. Green Dragon Hot Sauce 18. Tzatziki Creamy Garlic Cucumber Dip 17. Green Goddess Salad Dressing 16. Magnifisauce 15. 5-Layer Dip 14. Yuzu Hot Sauce 13. Thai Green Curry Simmer Sauce 12. Corn and Chile Tomato-Less Salsa 11. Chunky Artichoke & Jalapeño Dip 10. Soyaki 9. Peri-Peri Sauce 8. Sweet Chili Sauce 7. Sour Cream Spinach Dip 6. Zhoug Sauce 5. Aioli Garlic Mustard Sauce 4. Bruschetta Sauce 3. Cacio e Pepe Pasta Sauce 2. Balsamic Glaze 1. Chili Onion Crunch Do you have a favorite Trader Joe's condiment, sauce, spread, dressing, dip, etc... that I didn't mention? Drop it into the comments! FAQs

    You're going to want to stock up on a lot of these.

    by Hannah LoewentheilBuzzFeed Staff

    Confession: I'm sort of obsessed with condiments. Just a little drizzle or schmear can instantly upgrade whatever you're cooking. And that's is part of the reason I absolutely adore Trader Joe's. This heavenly market boasts so many amazing and creative condiments and sauces at affordable prices —but they're not all created equally.

    The Best Trader Joe's Condiments, Sauces, And Dips, Ranked From "Skip It" To "Yes, I Eat This By The Spoonful" (2)

    Hannah Loewentheil

    So I went ahead and ranked a ton of popular Trader Joe's condiments, dips, spreads, and dressings from worst to best that I've tried over the years. This way, you know exactly what to stock up on and what to leave on the shelves. (If I missed your favorite, leave it in the comments!)

    99. Organic Buffalo Style Hummus

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    If you're looking for that delicious buffalo flavor, stick with #57.

    98. Organic Balsamic & Fig Dressing

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Sounds appealing but tastes pretty darn bad.

    97. Bruschetta

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    There's a much better bruschetta to be found at Trader Joe's, and it's located in the refrigerated aisle (keep reading!).

    96. Organic Cashew Cream Fiesta

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    It's like a dairy-free queso dip, and sadly it's not very good.

    95. Cilantro Dressing

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Tastes a bit like soap.

    94. Romesco Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    My favorite thing about romesco is that really nutty, sun-dried tomato flavor. Sadly, TJ's version is more peppery and less creamy than what I hoped for.

    93. Vegan Bolognese Style Pasta Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    This just freaks me out and I can't explain any further.

    92. Pimento Cheese Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Better than Velveeta, but not by a whole lot.

    91. Red Pepper Spread With Eggplant & Garlic

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    This stuff is pretty meh.

    90. Rustico Pomodoro Pasta Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    This pasta sauce is perfectly average, but there are way more exciting options in the same aisle.

    89. Chili Pepper Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    As far as hot sauce goes, this one is not a must-try.

    88. Autumnal Harvest Creamy Pasta Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    If you're looking for a creamy, pumpkin-based pasta sauce, you're better off with #49.

    87. Spicy Hummus Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    It has a mild kick, but it feels pretty processed and less fresh than the other hummus options.

    86. Romano Caesar Dressing

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    As someone who prefers creamy Caesar dressing, this version always falls a bit flat for me.

    85. Enchilada Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Better than other store-bought enchilada sauces, but ultimately it's a one trick pony.

    84. Everything But The Bagel Greek Style Yogurt Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    This Greek yogurt based spread is fine, but it could use more flavor. I always find myself loading it up with even more EBTB seasoning.

    83. Chipotle Black Bean Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Dip at your own risk...the smoky flavor is quite overpowering here.

    82. Fall Harvest Salsa

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Is it a pasta sauce? A salsa? Something in between? This dip is a bit confused.

    81. Asian Style Spicy Peanut Vinaigrette

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    There are better salad dressings to be found at TJ's.

    80. Spinach & Kale Greek Yogurt Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    This stuff is totally fine if you're looking for a better-for-you take on spinach artichoke dip, but it doesn't hold a candle to the sour cream based version below.

    79. Carolina Gold Barbecue Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Because it's a non-vinegar based BBQ sauce it tastes pretty sweet, which may be off-putting. Just know what you're getting into here.

    78. Organic Vodka Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    It has a cheesy kick, which is nice, but it's not as rich and decadent as I was hoping for.

    77. Everything and the Elote Greek Style Yogurt Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    There's only one way to eat this, and it's paired with elote corn dippers.

    76. Pesto Alla Genovese Basil Pesto

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Jarred pesto can really only be so impressive.

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    75. Sriracha Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Sadly, I'm going to give the upper hand to the name brand version.

    74. Whole Grain Dijon Mustard

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    You know exactly what you're getting with this whole grain mustard.

    73. Cold Brew Coffee BBQ Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Overall, the flavors here are pretty mild and the cold brew taste disappears as soon as it's cooked.

    72. Avocado Tzatziki

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    This is basically a lightened-up guacamole, but I much prefer the chunky, spicy version — later in this list.

    71. Creamy Cauliflower Jalapeño Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    This dip has potential, but it's a bit too watery.

    70. Queso Cheese Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    It's hard to go wrong with queso, but TJ's version doesn't stand out against the name brands like Tostito's.

    69. Pineapple Salsa

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    IMO, there's always something startling about overly fruity salsas.

    68. General Tsao Stir Fry Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    This sauce is definitely tasty, but the texture could use some work. It's a bit too goopy and cloying. My advice: stick with #10 for your stir fries.

    67. Smoked Salmon Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    The flavor is good, but I always wish this smoked salmon dip were a bit more whipped and airy instead of its rather dense texture.

    66. Vegan Caramelized Onion Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    This dip is too thick. Any fragile chips or crackers won't make it out in one piece.

    65. Thai Style Green Chili Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    This Thai-inspired chili sauce is flavorful, but I never really know how to use it. It's similar to a relish, but it feels wrong mixed into rice or noodles.

    64. Thai Style Red Curry Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Good enough to keep on hand for a quick and easy dinner, but it won't hold a candle to your favorite Thai take-out.

    63. Gyoza Dipping Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    It tastes great on potstickers but can also be used for stir-fries, marinades, and more.

    62. Genova Pesto

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Better than the jarred version, this pesto is good enough to whip up an easy pasta dish, but it's not going to blow you away.

    61. Italian Bomba Hot Pepper Sauce

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    Proceed with caution: This pepper spread packs a serious kick. A little shmear on your sandwich bread takes it to the next level.

    60. Vegan Caesar Dressing

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    I actually prefer this vegan Caesar dressing to the non-vegan version because it's much creamier, thanks to the silken tofu and miso.

    59. Pepita Salsa

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    It's called salsa, but it's really more like a creamy, pumpkin spread. I love using a dollop of it on my grain bowls, in tacos, and more.

    58. Chili Lime Mayonnaise

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    Three words: Mexican street corn.

    57. Buffalo Style Chicken Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Overall, this dip is super flavorful. It's always a bit sparse on the chicken though.

    56. Eggplant Garlic Spread

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Grab a bag of pita chips and dip away. Or spread it on falafel, fully cooked gyro, or a wrap stuffed with avocado and veggies.

    55. Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Keep a jar of this creamy sauce on hand for a one-ingredient upgrade to any pasta night.

    54. Green Goddess Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    It's hard to go wrong with anything green goddess flavored, and this dip is no exception. Elevate your next crudité platter with it.

    53. Organic Tahini

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Use it to make hummus or drizzle it on your salads, sandwiches, and more. This creamy tahini is tasty and a great bargain.

    52. Thai-Style Yellow Curry Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Versatile and loaded with coconut and ginger, this yellow curry sauce goes perfectly with just about whatever protein or veggies you have on hand.

    51. Hot & Sweet Pepper Jelly

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    Serve it with cheese and crackers, on a sandwich, or even with gyoza for a little sweet and spicy kick.

    50. Mango Ginger Chutney

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    I prefer the flavor and texture of this mango chutney to any of Trader Joe's fruit-based salsas because it also has a nice spicy kick from the ginger.

    49. Pumpkin Alfredo Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Creamy alfredo sauce gets an autumnal kick. If you're a pumpkin fan, you'll have a good time with this.

    48. Vegan Kale, Cashew & Basil Pesto

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    It doesn't contain any cheese, but it's still pretty decadent and gets an A+ as far as vegan pesto goes.

    47. Roasted Tomatillo Salsa Verde

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Not overly spicy but incredibly flavorful, this green salsa tastes great on any of your favorite Mexican dishes (cue the frozen mini chicken tacos).

    46. Alfredo Pasta Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    This is definitely one of the better store-bought alfredo sauces you can find.

    45. Masala Simmer Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    This Indian-inspired sauce doesn't contain any cream or dairy (in fact, it happens to be vegan), but it's still bursting with spices and flavor and upgrades whatever protein you cook in it.

    44. Organic Cucumber Kefir Dressing

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Imagine a cross between tzatziki, Caesar, and green goddess dressing. Not too shabby.

    43. Cowboy Caviar

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    It's a fan favorite for a reason, and the combination of black beans and corn make it a nice change from your average tomato-based salsa.

    42. Traditional Tunisian Harissa

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    This North African chili pepper sauce instantly upgrades anything from chicken to scrambled eggs.

    41. Sriracha and Roasted Garlic BBQ Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Spicy, garlicky, smoky, and sweet, this barbecue sauce checks off all the flavor boxes.

    40. Mediterranean Style Hummus

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    I'd pick this super creamy and smooth hummus over Sabra any time.

    39. Chunky Spicy Guacamole Autentico

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Nothing beats homemade guacamole from scratch, but if you're going to go for a store bought version, this one's a winner. It has a good amount of spice and it's loaded with thick, creamy chunks of avocado.

    38. Indian-Style Garlic Achaar Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Grab a box of samosas or a bag of frozen naan and go to town.

    37. Arrabiata Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Try pairing this delicious canned pasta sauce with your favorite seafood pasta to give it a little kick.

    36. Greek Style Feta Dressing

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    This stuff is really, really good, and for $2 it's the best bargain around as far as salad dressing is concerned.

    35. Spicy Pumpkin Curry Simmer Sauce

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    This pumpkin-infused curry simmer sauce makes for an easy, hearty, and comforting weeknight meal. Toss it into a pot with rice and veggies and call it dinner.

    34. Toasted Sesame Dressing

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    This Asian-inspired dressing can be used for so much more than salad: use it as a marinade for chicken, shrimp, tofu, or salmon or add it to rice noodle bowls.

    33. Bolognese Style Tomato and Beef Pasta Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    As far as jarred Bolognese sauce goes, this one tastes surprisingly fresh, bright, and zesty.

    32. Caramelized Onion Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    If you grew up eating dips made with Lipton onion soup mix like I did, you'll surely appreciate this equally as indulgent Trader Joe's version.

    31. Three Cheese Pomodoro Pasta Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Every store bought pasta sauce should be this cheesy.

    30. Chunky Blue Cheese Dressing and Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    I mean really, what could be bad about blue cheese dip?

    29. Blue Cheese Roasted Pecan Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Blue cheese lovers, rejoice. This rich and indulgent dip was discontinued for a bit, but finally it's back and as good as ever.

    28. Jalapeño Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Creamy and mild, it's the perfect accompaniment to anything from tacos to grilled chicken.

    27. Spicy Honey Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Watch out, Mike's Hot Honey, Trader Joe's is serious competition. Oh, did I mention it's only $3 per bottle?

    26. Carrot Ginger Miso Dressing

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    I could eat this with a spoonful, no shame.

    25. Honey Aleppo Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    A fan favorite, this sauce packs a very subtle heat and it's incredible versatile. Try it as a marinade (hello, world's best chicken wings), a glaze, or even a dipping sauce.

    24. Spicy Cashew Butter Dressing

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    This vegan dressing is so creamy, you'd never know it doesn't contain dairy. Don't stop at salad: this stuff makes an amazing marinade for anything from chicken to fish.

    23. Chili Sesame Oil

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    There is simply no dish that doesn't taste better with a little chili sesame oil drizzle.

    22. Hot Pico De Gallo Salsa

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    As far as store bought salsa goes, TJ's hot and spicy pico de gallo tastes shockingly homemade.

    21. Garlic Spread Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    While it tastes great by the spoonful, I urge you to think of this product as a garlic-packed condiment that can upgrade anything from pizza and pasta to baked potatoes.

    20. Organic Kansas City Style BBQ Sauce

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    The best TJ's barbecue sauce hands down, no question.

    19. Green Dragon Hot Sauce

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    If I could live the rest of the my life just buying one Trader Joe's hot sauce, this would be it.

    18. Tzatziki Creamy Garlic Cucumber Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Unlike your average Greek yogurt spread, there's tons of thinly sliced cucumber in here that take it to the next level.

    17. Green Goddess Salad Dressing

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Light, bright, and herbaceous, this cold pressed dressing takes even the most boring salad to the next level.

    16. Magnifisauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Animal style fries, comin' right up.

    15. 5-Layer Dip

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    Turn any gathering into an instant fiesta with this dip, which contains layers ofhummus, guacamole, pico de gallo, sour cream and cheese.

    14. Yuzu Hot Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    This Japanese-inspired citrus hot sauce is mild and tangy and the perfect compliment to anything from dumplings to fried chicken.

    13. Thai Green Curry Simmer Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    The best of all Trader Joe's simmer sauces, this green curry version is the closest thing to restaurant-quality Thai food at home.

    12. Corn and Chile Tomato-Less Salsa

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Add a spoonful of this corn and chile salsa to fish tacos and thank me later.

    11. Chunky Artichoke & Jalapeño Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Cheesy, thick, creamy, perfectly spicy, and totally decadent, this artichoke and jalapeño medley is everything you could want in a party dip.

    10. Soyaki

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    A soy sauce-teriyaki hybrid, Trader Joe's soyaki gives the popular brand name Soy Vay sauce a serious run for its money.

    9. Peri-Peri Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    A little bit of this Peruvian-inspired sauce takes any basic entree and completely elevates it. Try it with simple roast chicken to see what I mean.

    8. Sweet Chili Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    You'll never find my fridge without a bottle of this sweet chili sauce inside.

    7. Sour Cream Spinach Dip

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Ditto for this super decadent spinach dip.

    6. Zhoug Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Trader Joe's nailed it with their take on zhoug, a Middle Eastern condiment made of cilantro, garlic, chili peppers, spices and olive oil. Put it on anything from meat or rice to eggs and roasted veggies.

    5. Aioli Garlic Mustard Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    An OG for a reason, this aioli garlic mustard is perfection.

    4. Bruschetta Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    There is something so good about this bruschetta sauce. I could (and do) eat it straight by the spoonful.

    3. Cacio e Pepe Pasta Sauce

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Rich, creamy, thick, cheesy, peppery, and everything you could want for your homemade cacio e pepe.

    2. Balsamic Glaze

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Sometimes simple is best, like in the case of this thick, sweet, and tangy balsamic glaze.

    1. Chili Onion Crunch

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    Hannah Loewentheil

    Are there better chili oils out there? Sure. But not for $4. I stock up on a new jar every time I go to Trader Joe's, then I put it on anything and everything.

    Do you have a favorite Trader Joe's condiment, sauce, spread, dressing, dip, etc... that I didn't mention? Drop it into the comments!

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    The Best Trader Joe's Condiments, Sauces, And Dips, Ranked From "Skip It" To "Yes, I Eat This By The Spoonful"? ›

    Frank's RedHot is a common go-to for making a buffalo wing sauce but if one wants to impress their buffalo wing friends, replace Frank's RedHot with Trader Joe's Jalapeño Pepper Sauce. Flavor: 5, Salty, spicy, smokey, and acidic.

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    What is the Trader Joe's equivalent to Frank's hot sauce? ›

    Frank's RedHot is a common go-to for making a buffalo wing sauce but if one wants to impress their buffalo wing friends, replace Frank's RedHot with Trader Joe's Jalapeño Pepper Sauce. Flavor: 5, Salty, spicy, smokey, and acidic.

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    Does Trader Joe's have condiments? ›

    With more than 20 always-changing sauces and spreads on its shelves, Trader Joe's condiments are one of the reasons shoppers flock to the fan-favorite grocery store.

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    What is Trader Joe's peri peri sauce? ›

    What it is: it's a thin, orange liquid. It's thinner than most condiments—definitely thinner than ketchup, co*cktail sauce, or sriracha. It's spicy. There's a taste of hot chilies.

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    What is the difference between dips and condiments? ›

    Condiment vs Sauce vs Dip

    A sauce is something that is put on top of food while preparing it. Dips are used with the food to enhance the taste. And if there's something that can be used for both purposes, it will be called a condiment.

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    What's the difference between Franks and Franks wing sauce? ›

    Buffalo sauce starts just like Frank's RedHot® Original – aged cayenne red peppers, distilled vinegar, water, salt and garlic powder. But really, it ends there. (So, what's thedifference between hot sauce and buffalo sauce?) Natural butter flavor and paprika.

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    What is the difference between Frank's and Louisiana hot sauce? ›

    For starters, they have different ingredient lists, which gives them noticeably distinct flavors. For example, Frank's RedHot highlights the flavor of its peppers while Louisiana has a more powerful sour tang of vinegar to complement the cayenne.

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    What are the top 3 condiments? ›

    Ketchup, mustard, and mayo are some classic staples. If you were to guess ketchup as America's top pick, you might have been right a couple of years ago.

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    What is the most popular item at Trader Joe's? ›

    Best Overall Trader Joe's Item: Chili & Lime Flavored Rolled Corn Tortilla Chips. When it comes to Trader Joe's products, there's one that shoppers believe is a cut above the rest—snack category winner Chili & Lime Flavored Rolled Corn Tortilla Chips.

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    What are the 4 condiments? ›

    Have you ever noticed the four glasses set up on dining table at restaurants in Thailand? These glasses form a set of must-have condiments which consist of sugar, fish sauce, chili flakes and vinegar with sliced or crushed chilies. Those condiments are similar to salt and pepper in western culture.

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    Why is peri-peri sauce so good? ›

    PERi-PERi sauce combines unmistakable flavor with a kick of heat that gently builds on the tongue and culminates in a full-body experience. It's magic in a bottle.

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    What's the difference between peri-peri and piri-piri sauce? ›

    Piri-piri, peri-peri or peli-peli is the name used in Portuguese and a number of African languages to describe the African bird's-eye chili. The variations in spelling derive from the various pronunciations of the word in parts of Africa, although 'piri-piri' is the correct spelling in Portuguese.

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    What are 5 condiments? ›

    Here are five of the most popular condiments and the lowdown on their nutrition content.
    • Condiment #1: Ketchup. It seems like no restaurant table is complete without the signature red bottle of Heinz ketchup. ...
    • Condiment #2: Mustard. ...
    • Condiment #3: Hot Sauce. ...
    • Condiment #4: Mayonnaise. ...
    • Condiment #5: Salsa.
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    What are the different condiments? ›

    32 condiments we can't live without – from ketchup to wasabi
    • Aioli — Mayonnaise's more cosmopolitan cousin, aioli is made by mixing garlic paste, egg yolk, olive oil and mustard. ...
    • Tabasco — So hot right now. ...
    • Ketchup — ...
    • Mayonnaise — ...
    • Hummus — ...
    • Nam jim gai — ...
    • Salsa — ...
    • Sesame oil —

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    Do sauces count as condiments? ›

    A condiment is a spice, sauce or preparation added to give a particular flavor or enhance a food. Examples are mustard, ketchup, aioli, honey, hot sauce. A sauce covers the food entirely like hollandaise, marinara, gravy etc. A sauce can be a condiment but not all condiments can be a sauce.

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    What compares to Frank's hot sauce? ›

    Also at 450 SHU is Original Louisiana Hot Sauce, which is extremely similar to Frank's but with Cajun roots. If you've been to N'awlins or love the spice in Cajun and Creole food, this sauce might be for you. At 747 SHU, Texas Pete is still well below jalapeno-level heat.

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    What tastes like Frank's hot sauce? ›

    The consensus seems to be that the new Burman's hot sauce recipe tastes much more similar to Frank's than the former rendition. This seemingly endless speculation about whether or not Burman's is a dupe for Frank's left me with no choice but to try them out side by side.

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    What can you use instead of Frank's red hot sauce? ›

    USING CANNED CAYENNE PEPPERS. If you're using canned cayenne peppers, which is what we used in this particular recipe --. In a blender add 18 peppers, 1 cup of vinegar (we used the juice from our home-canned peppers), garlic, salt, and garlic powder. Cover and puree until smooth.

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