Fish Stick Crunch Test

These fish sticks have a surprisingly high score, which made me look twice. The ingredient list is straightforward: Alaskan pollock, wheat flour, and vegetable oil. They bake up with a satisfying crunch and a mild, savory flavor. I can see these being a lifesaver for a quick weeknight dinner when you're too exhausted to cook from scratch. The texture is classic, not too mushy inside. However, they do contain 2g of sugar per 100g, which is a small trade-off for the breading. It's not overly sweet, but it's something to note if you're watching sugar closely.

The label for this one is still updating, but the score is nearly perfect and it has 0g of sugar. That's a huge plus for anyone trying to avoid sweet snacks. The jalapeño flavor promises a savory kick without any sweetener to balance it out. This is the kind of thing I'd throw in my gym bag for a post-workout protein hit that doesn't taste like a dessert. The trade-off is that without the full ingredient list, I can't be sure about the exact meat source or fillers, but the score suggests it's clean. It might be intensely savory for some palates.

With a 9.9 score and 0g of sugar, these hash brown sticks sound like a perfect savory snack. The ingredients are still updating, so I can't see the exact oil or salt levels, which is a bit of a blind spot. I imagine they have a satisfying, crispy potato texture, like a tater tot but in stick form. This would be ideal for a late-night craving when you want something salty and crunchy but don't want the sugar crash. The main trade-off is the lack of info; you're trusting the high score without seeing the full label. They could be oily.

These veggie sticks have a top-tier score and 0g of sugar, which is great. The ingredients list is fully transparent: potato flour, sunflower oil, and spinach powder for color. They sound like a lighter, crispier alternative to potato chips. I can imagine packing these for a picnic or a long drive; they seem less greasy than typical chips. The trade-off is the salt content; with both salt and sea salt on the list, they might be quite salty. Some people may also find the texture a bit too light or powdery compared to a real potato chip.

A 9.9 score and 0g of sugar for a maple bacon flavored snack is impressive. The ingredients list isn't available yet, so I can't check for artificial sweeteners or nitrates, which is a real consideration for a meat stick. The promise of a smoky, savory flavor without any sugar is appealing. This would be perfect for a busy day when you need a non-perishable, high-protein snack that fits in a pocket. The trade-off is the mystery of the ingredients; a 'maple' flavor without sugar often comes from other sources, and the texture of these sticks can sometimes be too chewy.