Aldi: Snackrite Grilled Steak Ridged Crisps

I’ll be honest—when I see “grilled steak” on a crisp packet, my expectations are set somewhere between cautious optimism and outright scepticism.

Steak flavour is hard to nail without the balance of char to sweet tender meatiness, and attempts to mimic usually rely on a dusty stock cube.

Aldi’s take on this ambitious flavor combination falls closer to the latter here…

Taste and Texture

The ridged texture does its job well enough, providing a decent crunch that holds up to vigorous munching.

But the flavour? That’s where things get messy. The “grilled steak” tastes more like someone dissolved a beef stock cube in Worcester sauce and sprayed it onto potatoes. There’s an overwhelming saltiness that masks any subtlety the potato might have offered, and the artificial meat flavour lingers uncomfortably long after each bite.

I found myself reaching for beer even more often than usual—never a good sign.

The seasoning distribution is erratic too; some crisps are practically naked while others are drowning in the stuff.

Overall Impression

These crisps feel like a novelty item that should have stayed as a concept sketch. The flavour is too aggressive and one-dimensional, lacking the complexity you’d want from a premium crisp.

They might satisfy someone with a serious salt craving, or a ravenous dog, but for anyone seeking a refined snacking experience, look elsewhere.

Nutritional Information (Per 100g)