The Best Trader Joe’s Frozen Foods, Reviewed – ryan

The Trader Joe’s freezers are brimming with masala dishes—and regulars can’t get enough of them. “I’ve been eating their vegan tikka masala for years and it never gets old,” assistant editor Delia Curtis asserts. “Deliciously buttery sauce, savory cumin rice and some little vegan nuggets satiate me every time.”

That said, they also love the paneer masala. “It’s paneer—a fresh, acid-set cheese that’s similar in texture to firm tofu with a slightly nutty taste—paired with a spinach basmati rice,” they explain. “Something about the herby flavor of the rice, mixed with the buttery sauce and cheesy paneer, hits all the right notes.”

For VP of editorial Candace Davison, it’s the chicken masala. “When you don’t have time to cook (or you need something easy to tote to the office and reheat), this is a flavor-packed, affordable option,” she says. “Plus, the portion size is decent, so you’re not reaching for a bag of chips 30 minutes later.”