Costco recently started selling the Momofuku so I picked it up and I want to compare it to the brand I pick up at my local Asian market. I haven’t done a taste test yet but I will. What are the thoughts of other hot heads out there?
by thanatos0967
27 Comments
ComradeMothman1312
Laoganma. No question.
Aliensinmypants
They’re both great, but I don’t fuck with momofuku due to them trying to litigious with something they didn’t invent.
wottabottel
Every time I see a new to me chili crisp I buy it. Haven’t found one that I don’t like but there is definitely a hierarchy
spiritfiend
I like that particular Lao Gan Ma with soybeans in soup, but regular chili crisp on rice. I wouldn’t get the Momofuku brand because they are too litigious. Chili Crisp >>> Chili Crunch
dontberidiculousfool
I prefer Lao gan ma but neither are spicy, just really flavorful.
achillea4
I’ve only ever had Laoganma and can’t imagine anything being better – how do they compare?
AndrewShotland
Gotta say, the Momofuku Chili Crunch was one of the most disappointing spicy products I have tried in the past year. It wasn’t bad, it just wasn’t great.
AuDHDiego
One of these is a legendary spice brand that people just flock to
The other one is a guy suing whoever uses the name chili crunch
moby561
While momofuku is spicier (but not that spicy for this sub) laoganma is so good I lick the spoon.
bkmerrim
Laoganma is iconic
Hai-City_Refugee
Only Laoganma, fuck Momofuku.
gimperion
Fuck Momofuku. Don’t support cultural appropriation.
Barkdrix
I’ve tried two variations of Lao Gan Ma and have not been a fan. I don’t like the flavor… it tastes very oniony to me. I prefer garlic, vinegar, or tomato to be the prominent flavor in spicy oils/sauces/toppings.
MeatWagonBBQ
The angry lady is definitely the best
ToneBalone25
Laogonma obviously but these are two very different products. I LOVE fermented soybeans in chili oil but it’s not chili crisp lol
badcrumbs
Social issues aside, the momofuku one just isn’t as good in my opinion. I’ve tried several brands of chili crisp and nothing has compared to laoganma
MyCatsNameIsKlaus
Give me disappointed Asian auntie any day.
Friendly_Track_5127
LAOGANMAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
CrustyToeLover
I’ll never buy Momofuku just for their prices, not to mention the ego and entitlement they have. Their products are all at least 2-3 times more expensive than the other top shelf products for no reason.
ICPcrisis
I also like the xian famous food chili oil.
dendritedysfunctions
Laoganma specifically because David Chang is a giant piece of shit who treats his employees horribly.
mesloh14
Laoganma is the OG for sure and easily accessible plus super tasty. Momofuku is a bitch.
If you guys wanna try a new chili crisp that has incredible flavor, one of my favorite YouTubers, Taku, makes his own with kelp. His channel is called Outdoor Chef Life and he has a collaboration with Barnacle Foods based out of Alaska to make Kelp Chili Crisp. They have a regular spice level and an extra spicy. The regular one has enough spice for me, but man it’s incredible and addicting as hell lol I put it on everything! The umami from the kelp makes it among my favorite condiments ever.
herrirgendjemand
Angry grandma all day
ShadowBlade55
I hear the Momofuku one is great, but David Chang is an enormous chode. Laoganma even if it was worse. (which it’s not)
yakilladakilla
The one not sold by the asshole
Hockeyfan_52
Fuck David Chang
lIlIIlIIllIllIlIIIll
Careful, Chang might sue you for posting this picture.
27 Comments
Laoganma. No question.
They’re both great, but I don’t fuck with momofuku due to them trying to litigious with something they didn’t invent.
Every time I see a new to me chili crisp I buy it. Haven’t found one that I don’t like but there is definitely a hierarchy
I like that particular Lao Gan Ma with soybeans in soup, but regular chili crisp on rice. I wouldn’t get the Momofuku brand because they are too litigious. Chili Crisp >>> Chili Crunch
I prefer Lao gan ma but neither are spicy, just really flavorful.
I’ve only ever had Laoganma and can’t imagine anything being better – how do they compare?
Gotta say, the Momofuku Chili Crunch was one of the most disappointing spicy products I have tried in the past year. It wasn’t bad, it just wasn’t great.
One of these is a legendary spice brand that people just flock to
The other one is a guy suing whoever uses the name chili crunch
While momofuku is spicier (but not that spicy for this sub) laoganma is so good I lick the spoon.
Laoganma is iconic
Only Laoganma, fuck Momofuku.
Fuck Momofuku. Don’t support cultural appropriation.
I’ve tried two variations of Lao Gan Ma and have not been a fan. I don’t like the flavor… it tastes very oniony to me. I prefer garlic, vinegar, or tomato to be the prominent flavor in spicy oils/sauces/toppings.
The angry lady is definitely the best
Laogonma obviously but these are two very different products. I LOVE fermented soybeans in chili oil but it’s not chili crisp lol
Social issues aside, the momofuku one just isn’t as good in my opinion. I’ve tried several brands of chili crisp and nothing has compared to laoganma
Give me disappointed Asian auntie any day.
LAOGANMAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
I’ll never buy Momofuku just for their prices, not to mention the ego and entitlement they have. Their products are all at least 2-3 times more expensive than the other top shelf products for no reason.
I also like the xian famous food chili oil.
Laoganma specifically because David Chang is a giant piece of shit who treats his employees horribly.
Laoganma is the OG for sure and easily accessible plus super tasty. Momofuku is a bitch.
If you guys wanna try a new chili crisp that has incredible flavor, one of my favorite YouTubers, Taku, makes his own with kelp. His channel is called Outdoor Chef Life and he has a collaboration with Barnacle Foods based out of Alaska to make Kelp Chili Crisp. They have a regular spice level and an extra spicy. The regular one has enough spice for me, but man it’s incredible and addicting as hell lol I put it on everything! The umami from the kelp makes it among my favorite condiments ever.
Angry grandma all day
I hear the Momofuku one is great, but David Chang is an enormous chode. Laoganma even if it was worse. (which it’s not)
The one not sold by the asshole
Fuck David Chang
Careful, Chang might sue you for posting this picture.