What is the perfect snack to munch on? The answer is potato chips! Potato chips are thin slices of potato that are either deep fried or baked until they obtain their crunchiness. By the way, did you know that potato chips were made because of this one fussy customer at a restaurant who complained that his French fries were not thin enough? Thanks to his complaint, our favourite snack was born!
These chips are usually packaged in multi-layered bags and tins. Some potato chips are uniform in their size and shapes such as Pringles and Lay’s Stax. This is due to the process of pressing the dough from dehydrated potato flour into desired shape before frying. The basic flavours of these chips are cooked and salted but. With the wide array of choices and flavours, everyone has their own go-to potato chips. So, I am sure you could find your perfect potato chips match!
Now let’s continue our venture on this top 10 list of potato chips!
1. Mister Potato Chips
Every bite of Mister Potato is crispy, golden perfection for a reason. Mister Potato is only made with fresh potatoes imported from the best farms in the United States and Australia. Mister Potato chips are also known for not containing trans fats and being cooked in vegetable oil. Mister Potato is available in six different flavours: Original, Hot and Spicy, Sour Cream and Onion, Tomato, Barbeque, and Fiery Hot and Spicy.
Ingredients: Dehydrated potato flakes, Palm Olein (Permitted Antioxidant (E320), Tapioca starch, Onion powder, Skim Milk Powder, Salt, Sugar, Dextrose, Citric acid and Monosodium Glutamate (E621) As permitted flavor enhancer.
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 45 g, 75 g and 150 g
Price: RM4.35 (150 g pack)
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. Pringles Original Potato Chips
Each chip of Pringles Original Potato Chips has a distinct shape and is well-seasoned. It does not leave a greasy residue on your fingers or in your mouth. Discover the delicious flavour of Pringles. The can is stuffed to the brim with chips. The fun doesn’t stop once you pop!
Ingredients: Dried Potato, Vegetable Oil (Palm Olein), Wheat Starch, Permitted Flavouring (Dextrose, Salt, Onion, L-monosodium Glutamate, Butter, Food Acid (Citric Acid,Calcium Lactate,Acetic Acid, Malic Acid), Yeast Extract,Flavours, Sour Cream ( Sour Cream,Milk, Lactic Acid), Modified Corn Starch, Parsley, Rosemary,Soy)Rice Flour, Emulsifier (Vegetable Origin), Maltodextrin, Dextrose, Citric Acid.
Country of Origin: United States of America
Size Available: 107 g
Price: RM4.06
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. Wise Cottage Fries Potato Chips
What exactly are Cottage Fries? Cottage Fries are all about old-fashioned goodness. Wise people recall the loving legacy of home-cooked meals from country kitchens in days gone by. Prime quality, imported, food grade garden fresh potatoes are sliced nice and thicker than regular chips, and the peels are left on for more natural potato flavour. As more people become aware of Wise snacks, the company has sought new ways to expand and serve customers all over the world.
Ingredients: Potato, Vegetable Oil (Palm Olein And Canola Oil), Maltodextrin, Salt, Tomato Powder, Onion Powder, Contains Permitted Flavouring, Contains Monosodium Glutamate, Sodium Salt (Guanylate And Inosinate) And Yeast Extract As Permitted Flavour Enhancer.
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 65 g, 90 g and 160 g
Price: RM2.85 (65 g pack)
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. Jack N’Jill Calbee Potato Chips
Jill and Jack Calbee is a one-of-a-kind partnership between Jack ‘n Jill and Calbee, Japan’s largest snack manufacturer. Wavy cut potato chips made from premium potatoes and subjected to strict quality control for a big crunch and freshness in every bite. A potato chip that enhances your snacking experience!
Ingredients: Potato, Vegetable Oil (Palm Olein), Salted Seasoning (Contains Lactose, Salt, Permitted Flavor Enhancer Monosodium Glutamate E621 And Flavoring Substances).
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 60g and 170 g
Price: RM6.80
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. Oishi Opala Chocolate Potato Chips
Oishi believes that snacking should be enjoyable and enjoyable. Therefore, they have turned your favourite snack, potato chips into a chocolate treat! These evenly chocolate coated potato chips are delightful especially to the ones with a sweet tooth! Sweet and crunchy, the best combination ever.
Ingredients: Wheat Flour, Vegetable Fat (contains Antioxidant d-Alpha-Tocopherol), Sugar, Potato Flakes ({13.10%}, contains Antioxidant Ascorbyl Palmitate, Natural Coloring Kurkumin CI 75300), Rice Flour, Whey Powder, Cocoa Powder (6.40%), Skim Milk Powder, Salt, Emulsifier (Soy Lecithin), and Synthetic Vanilla Flavor.
Country of Origin: Indonesia
Size Available: 100 g
Price: RM3.10
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. Miaow Miaow Potato Chips
Miaow Miaow Potato Chips have curvy, hexagonal snacks instead of A-shape.This brand is a nostalgic brand to a lot of people as it has been in Malaysia since 1975. The taste is still the same as these chips have a nice crispness to them and a nice oniony, slightly tangy, potato-like taste.
Ingredients: Wheat Flour, Palm Oil, Tapioca Starch, Corn Starch, Sugar, Potato Flake, Modified Starch (E1440), Onion Powder, Salt, Pepper, Baking Powder, Stabiliser (E500, E503), Emulsifier (E471), Monosodium L-Glutamate, Disodium 5-Guanylate, Disodium 5-Inosinate.
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 14 g, 60 g and 100 g
Price: RM1.60 (60 g pack)
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. Oriental Rota Potato Chips
Oriental Food Industries Sdn Berhad has made its mark in Malaysia’s snack food and confectionery manufacturing industry. Oriental Rota Potato Chips are made with high quality potatoes so that you will be satisfied after every bite. The potato chips come in four different flavours which are original, barbeque, hot and spicy and tomato flavour.
Ingredients: Potatoes, Vegetable Oil, Sugar, Salt.
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 70 g
Price: RM2.99
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. Twisties Chipster Potato Chips-Hot and Spicy
Chipster’s seductive flavours will set your taste buds on fire. Chipster Hot & Spicy Potato Chips are made entirely of Australian potatoes. Thin slices of potato chips with exciting flavours for a big burst of flavour. Nothing else matters when it comes to irresistible and super delicious potato chips. It comes in a distinct black bag packaging that provides an amazing one-of-a-kind experience.
Ingredients: Potatoes, Non-Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (Palm), Sugar, Salt, Flavour, Flavour Enhancers (INS621, INS627, INS631), Spices, Acidity Regulators (INS330, INS262), Anticaking Agent (INS551), Starch, Colour (INS160c), Emulsifier (INS471), Food Additives are of Plant and Synthetic Origins.
Country of Origin: Malaysia
Size Available: 160 g
Price: RM5.85
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
9. Ruffles Potato Chips Original
Ruffles Potato Chips Original is the classic salted version with thicker, sturdier potato chips. The ridges on Ruffles Original Potato Chips are bold, thick, and deep, providing a tasty crunch. Potatoes, vegetable oil, and salt are the only three ingredients. These large bags are ideal for sharing some tasty fun at home.
Ingredients: Ingredients: Potatoes, Vegetable Oil (Sunflower, Corn, and/or Canola Oil), and Salt.
Country of Origin: United States of America
Size Available: 184 g
Price: RM14.50
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
10. Lay’s Stax Potato Crisp Original
Nothing beats the classic flavour of Lay’s Stax Original potato crisps. This crunchy potato crisp provides the full flavour you’ve been looking for. Your taste buds will be amazed with the balanced flavours and the satisfying crunch in your mouth.
Ingredients: Dried Potatoes, Vegetable Oil (Cottonseed, Sunflower, And/Or Corn Oil), Unmodified Potato Starch, Rice Flour, And Less Than 2% Of The Following: Mono- And Diglycerides, Salt, Sugar, Dextrose, And Soy Lecithin. Contains A Soy Ingredient.
Country of Origin: Mexico
Size Available: 163 g
Price: RM6.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
Are you still indecisive on which potato chips to buy? Fret not, here are some tips for you to help you decide!
- Compare the saturated fat content (Five grams or lesser fat per 100 g is recommended).
- Compare the sodium content (Less than 2000 kJ per 100 g is recommended)
- Baked potato chips do not necessarily mean that the product has lower fat or sodium content.
- ‘Light’ or ‘Slim’ does not necessarily mean that it has lower contents of fat or sodium.
- Compare the weight of the potato chips, not the size of the packaging (Some packaging are filled with extra nitrogen gas which is good for the potato chips. But you won’t get much chips content).
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