11 chefs share the one thing they always buy at Trader Joe's

Courtney LeivaAug 28, 2020, 01:55 IST

Trader Joe's is a grocery chain in the US.Roman Tiraspolsky/Shutterstock

A trip to Trader Joe's can be overwhelming with all the seasonal and year-round product options.
Insider spoke with 11 chefs about their favorite Trader Joe's products to help you narrow down your choices.
One chef suggested buying Trader Joe's organic produce, and another highlighted the store's frozen aisle.
The chain's coffee, dried mango slices, and Everything but the Bagel seasoning also received high praise.

Trader Joe's is an American grocery chain that offers unique spins on classic favorites.

Since there are dozens of varieties of sauces, snacks, and frozen foods to choose from, Insider spoke with 11 chefs about the items they always recommend picking up at the chain.

From coffee to dumplings, here are some must-have essentials that are worth adding to your Trader Joe's shopping list:

You may want to buy your organic produce at Trader Joe's.

Trader Joe's has a lot of fresh produce. Madeline Diamond

Take a peek at the Trader Joe's frozen-food aisle.

Trader Joe's is known for its frozen meals. Madeline Diamond

One chef recommended trying some of Trader Joe's gyozas.

Trader Joe's gyozas are found in the freezer aisle. Photo courtesy of Trader Joe's

Another chef praised the chain's chicken soup dumplings.

Trader Joe's also sells soup dumplings. Photo courtesy of Trader Joe's

Consider adding coffee to your next Trader Joe's shopping list.

Trader Joe's has a nice selection of store-brand coffees. Trader Joe's

Snack on the chili and lime rolled tortilla chips.

Trader Joe's chili and lime rolled tortilla chips. Trader Joe's

Munch on some Trader Joe's organic popcorn with olive oil.

Trader Joe's organic popcorn with olive oil. Trader Joe's

Stock up on some Just Mango Slices.

Trader Joe's has several dried-fruit options in stores. Photo courtesy of Trader Joe's

Give Trader Joe's tamales a try.

Trader Joe's sells some popular frozen tamales. Photo courtesy of Trader Joe's

Invest in the Everything but the Bagel Sesame Seasoning Blend.

Trader Joe's Everything but the Bagel Sesame Seasoning Blend. Trader Joe's

Pick up some umami powder to add a savory boost to your dishes.

Trader Joe's Mushroom and Company Multipurpose Umami Seasoning Blend. Trader Joe's

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