Discover the airy crunch, five flavours and serving ideas of Xiao Shi Xing Puffed Adlay.

About Puffed Adlay

What is Xiao Shi Xing Puffed Adlay?

A crunchy snack made with red adlay, also known as Job’s tears, cultured unsalted butter, sugar and coconut oil. Pressure puffing gives the grains their distinctive airy texture.

What is adlay?

Adlay, also known as Job’s tears, is a grain. Xiao Shi Xing uses red adlay to make this crisp, puffed snack.

Where is it made?

Xiao Shi Xing Puffed Adlay is made in Taiwan.

Is it deep-fried?

No. The adlay is pressure puffed, not deep-fried.

What is cultured butter?

Cultured butter is butter made using fermentation with lactic acid bacteria. Xiao Shi Xing uses cultured unsalted butter to give the snack its buttery character.

Why does puffed adlay have a different crunch from popcorn?

Puffed adlay has a more compact bite than popcorn, giving it a finer grain crunch rather than the light, brittle crispness of freshly popped corn. Its cultured butter and sugar coating also contribute to its distinctive texture.

After opening, moisture in the air can soften the crunch. Keep the jar tightly closed and store it in the fridge to help preserve its texture. Consume within 14 days of opening. This applies to all five flavours.

Choosing your flavour

Which flavours are available?

The range includes Sea Salt Caramel, Caramel, Milk (MI·LU·KU), Bubble Milk Tea and Cocoa.

What does Sea Salt Caramel taste like?

Buttery caramel sweetness with a savoury sea salt accent and an airy crunch. A good choice if you enjoy sweet and savoury snacks.

How is Caramel different from Sea Salt Caramel?

Caramel offers a warm, buttery caramel flavour. Sea Salt Caramel adds a savoury sea salt accent. Each has its own formulation.

What does Milk (MI·LU·KU) taste like?

It combines condensed milk and cultured butter for a creamy sweetness reminiscent of milk candy, with the crisp texture of puffed adlay.

What does Bubble Milk Tea taste like?

Molasses and coconut sugar give it a brown sugar character, rounded with cultured butter and a crunchy grain texture.

Does Bubble Milk Tea contain tapioca pearls?

No tapioca pearls are listed in its ingredients. Bubble Milk Tea is the flavour name of this puffed adlay snack.

What does Cocoa taste like?

Unsweetened cocoa powder brings cocoa depth to the buttery, crisp puffed adlay. Try it with coffee or alongside fresh berries.

Is the Cocoa flavour sugar-free?

No. It is made with unsweetened cocoa powder, but the finished snack also contains sugar.

Ingredients and allergens

Does Puffed Adlay contain milk?

Yes. All five flavours contain cultured butter made with milk and cream. The Milk flavour also contains condensed milk and lactose.

Is it vegan or dairy-free?

No. All five flavours contain dairy butter.

Does it contain coconut?

Yes. All five flavours contain coconut oil. Bubble Milk Tea also contains coconut sugar.

What should customers with nut allergies know?

All five flavours are made on equipment and production lines that also handle nuts. The Cocoa production warning also specifically names peanuts.

Jar size and serving

How much is in each jar?

Each flavour comes in a 150g jar.

What is the serving size?

The serving size is 20g for Sea Salt Caramel, Caramel, Milk and Cocoa. Bubble Milk Tea has a 10g serving size.

How many servings are in a jar?

A 150g jar provides approximately 7.5 servings for Sea Salt Caramel, Caramel, Milk and Cocoa, or 15 servings for Bubble Milk Tea.

Is it ready to eat?

Yes. Enjoy it straight from the jar or pour a portion into a bowl. Do not eat any desiccant or oxygen absorber sachets inside the jar.

How else can I enjoy it?

Serve it with tea or coffee, scatter it over yoghurt or ice cream, or add it to a snack plate with fresh fruit.

What drinks pair well with it?

Try Sea Salt Caramel or Caramel with unsweetened oolong or black coffee. Milk pairs well with unsweetened tea or coffee, Bubble Milk Tea with black tea or espresso, and Cocoa with espresso or milk.

Storage and freshness

How should I store an unopened jar?

Keep it in a cool, shaded place away from heat and direct sunlight.

How should I store it after opening?

Keep the jar tightly closed and store it in the fridge. Consume within 14 days of opening.

Does the 14-day opening period apply to every flavour?

Yes. All five flavours should be stored in the fridge after opening and must be consumed within 14 days.

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