I’m going to go out on a Chinese limb and say there are approximately 12,789 Chinese restaurants in my town.
Seriously y’all. What’s with it? Especially since approximately three of them are worth my time and money. The good ones are really, really good, but it takes a lot of trial and error to find them.
Most of the time, it’s just easier to microwave an Asian-style frozen meal at home and call it dandy.
And thanks to a partnership with Social Moms, I discovered Tai Pei Asian-style restaurant-inspired frozen meals.
It often takes a good coupon to make it interesting, so let me be sure to point you in the direction of one you can use: a Tai Pei buy one, get one free coupon. Grab one while they last!
Buy One Get One Free!
Tai Pei selections include single-serve entrées and single-serve and multi-serve appetizers:
● Entrées: Beef & Broccoli, Bourbon Chicken, Cashew Chicken, Chicken Fried Rice, Chicken Chow Mein, Combination Fried Rice, General Tso’s Chicken, Orange Chicken, Pepper Beef, Shrimp Fried Rice, Sweet & Sour Chicken, Sweet Teriyaki Chicken
● Appetizers: Chicken Egg Rolls, Chicken Potstickers, Pork Egg Rolls, Pork Potstickers, Vegetable Egg Rolls, Battered Green Beans, Edamame, Mini Chicken Spring Rolls, Savory Chicken for Lettuce Wraps, Spicy Mini Chicken Egg Rolls, Mini Vegetable Spring Rolls
My store had three of the entrées so I nabbed a box of each one. Incidentally, the packages are all cutesy Chinese takeout box-shaped. I got Bourbon Chicken, Chicken Fried Rice, and Sweet & Sour Chicken.
They go straight from freezer to microwave. There’s no need to cut vent holes or even remove the plastic wrap. It’s so easy! They’re ready with about 5 minutes of cook time.
And if that don’t beat all, I’ll tell ya what does: the taste. It’s delicious and surprisingly authentic, considering they are priced at less than $3 each.
The single serve-portions are generous and filling, so there’s no way I could eat an entire box by myself. The solution: I served myself a little bit of every kind. The reasonable prices allowed me to purchase a few of them so I could be a little more adventurous.
The Bourbon Chicken and Sweet & Sour Chicken had big pieces of white meat, and the ratio of meat to veggies and rice was balanced. Speaking of veggies, they were really nice sized and tender. Also,the rice was perfectly cooked and the Asian-style signature sauces were delicious and tasted like what I’ve been getting from restaurants.
My store didn’t have them yet, but I’m going to be on the lookout for the Tai Pei Asian Garden entrees too. They’re the only Asian brand of better-for-you, single-serve frozen entrées. Each single serve meal contains around 300 calories, 8 grams of fat or less, and real ingredients including lean meats, crispy vegetables, brown rice and whole grain noodles.
● Entrées: Hunan Beef & Broccoli, Chicken Fried Rice, Spicy General Tso’s Chicken, Ginger Chicken, Glazed Chicken Potstickers, Mango Chicken, Sesame Chicken, Orange Chicken
Tai Pei is well worth trying if you haven’t already. They say there’s “Good Fortune in Every Box™, ” and they’ll get no argument from me.
Visit the Tai Pei website, “like” Tai Pei on Facebook and don’t forget to get your Tai Pei coupon!
What’s your favorite Asian entree or appetizer? Have you tried Tai Pei yet?
This blog post is part of a paid SocialMoms and Tai Pei® blogging program. The opinions and ideas expressed here are my own.
Crystal @ Simply Being Mommy.com says
Ooohhh, they sure do look delicious! I love those big chunks of veggies. I’ll have to pick some of these up next time I’m out.
Yoly @ SavvyMujer says
I don’t buy many processed foods but this looks interesting enough to give it a try!
Sara Phillips says
The Chicken Chow Mein is my favorite! But I can’t wait to try more!
JDaniel4's Mom says
This looks quick, easy to fix and delicious!
Leilani says
My favorite Chinese entree is Mongolian beef. I love the spiciness of it. I’ve never tried Tai Pei before.
Tricia @ Night owl mama says
oh they all sound so tasty. i’d love to give them a try
Ty @ Mama of 3 Munchkins says
I’d really like to try the bourbon chicken, it sounds and looks very tasty!
Kelly @ Texas Type A Mom says
I’ve never heard of or tried Tai Pei. We only have one good Chinese restaurant in our area and it’s pricey so I’ll definitely be on the lookout.
Paula @ Frosted Fingers says
I’ve never tried this brand. No sweet and sour chicken?! I’d probably try the orange chicken.
Courtney says
I love Sweet and Sour Chicken! I haven’t tried these yet – but definitely have to 🙂
debra p says
I love Spring Rolls. It’s amazing how tastes can vary with one item at different places. I haven’t tried Tai Pei but some of the flavors sound intriguing! I’ll see if my store has them.
Robin Gagnon {Mom Foodie} says
I cook Asian food a lot at my house, but it takes a lot of ingredients and makes a mess. Quality frozen sounds good to me.
Kato says
Oh boy do those ever look delicious….I’ll have to be on the lookout!
Jenn says
“Liked” them on Facebook. These would save me from eating kid food at lunch every day!
Kelly @ A Girl Worth Saving says
I haven’t tried Tai Pei. We don’t have many Chinese restaurants at all in my town so I can how this would be a hit here.
angie p says
I haven’t tried these yet, but they all sound delish. These are all dishes that I like to get when we order takeout.
April Yedinak says
I have thought about trying these. My oldest daughter loves Chinese take-out, but sometimes that is pricey. Not to mention, it can be hit and miss where we live (KY is not a bastion of ethnic foods.)
Alison says
Oh they look good! I wouldn’t mind trying some of the Potstickers!
Tammy S says
I have had several of these and love the Chicken Fried Rice. I really want to try the Glazed Chicken Potstickers. Those sound great.
Natasha says
Sweet and Sour chicken is my favorite! I was really surprised at how good these are for frozen food. I actually buy them all the time!
Jen Haile says
My favorite Asian entree is Honey Walnut Shrimp! I have tried Tai Pei before, but I didn’t care for them.
Tandi Cortez says
I love Asian food!! I’ve never tried Tei Pei but they look pretty delicious!! I would try Beef & Broccoli, Sweet and Sour Chicken and the Chicken Egg Rolls first!! Yum!! My mouth is watering!! Under $3 too!! 🙂
Jill Myrick says
This is one of my favorite brands of go to meals when I am spending time by myself and don’t need to cook.
My favorite is the chicken fried rice. Honestly I could eat it daily and never get tired of it.
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Stephanie Person says
I am gearing up to get my Tai Pei products soon! Can’t wait to try them!!
theodore esteghamat says
I’ve tried them before. They are as tasty as a take-out place but more affordable. There’s only 2 Chinese restaurants in my area so we don’t have much choice.
Vanessa: thequeenofswag says
I love these Tai Pei boxes. They make sure easy lunches and dinners. There are a must have for our Chinese night.
Colleen says
I agree it is hard to find a good Asian restaurant. I think I’ve tried these before but it has been a while. Thanks for the coupon I will have to try them again.
angie p says
I love Asian food. Every one of the Tai Pei entree varieties are dishes that I love to order from local restaurants. I will have to try these!
Anne says
These seem like a great value
Catherine says
Yum! I’m always craving Chinese and I’d love to be able to make it quickly at home.
Kayte CookWatts says
I have never been a really big Chinese food fan, but I do love a good fried rice.We live right next to a Chinese restaurant, but they are shockingly expensive and a little too bland for us. Thanks for the review, I will give Tai Pei a shot!
Mickey says
Great price and they look so good. I definitely need to buy the Sweet and Sour Chicken for my husband. He would love it!
Laurie Emerson says
I have tried Tai Pei and love them. Especially their Chicken Fried Rice. They are so easy to make and taste so authentic!
Victoria says
Hi Liz,
You know, we rarely eat Chinese food at home, but when I do, it is always Tai Pei. I can usually count on my local grocery store placing them on sale once a month as a BOGO deal. Couple that with your BOGO deal and, well, FREE food works for me! (Our family favorite is their Shrimp Fried Rice – yum!)
Thank you for the great Tai Pei Coupon!
Victoria
Drive Me Crazy Family Adventure
Stefanie says
I haven’t tried these, but good Chinese food is hard to find.
Seth says
I had the orange chicken awhile ago – first time every trying Tai Pei. It was a bit on the salty side, but pretty good.
Jo-Ann Brightman says
I just got the General Tso’s chicken and was pleasantly surprised by the authentic taste, but the price near me runs a little over $3.00
Catherine L. says
These look tasty. I’ll have to check them out the next time I go shopping.
Pam Hoffman says
My daughter loves orange chicken, which is really a pain to make from scratch. I love being able to buy the Tai Pae meals and count on a perfect meal every time!
Rachel says
I have some of these in my freezer right now waiting for me to give them a try.
I am looking forward to the Beef and Broccoli.
brett says
hey liz, do these tai pei boxes — are they um…clean when you take the food out? like can you reuse them? They seem to lend themselves nicely to crafting if they don’t have food touching 🙂
HilLesha says
I have a sister that loves this brand!
Kira says
I love Chinese and that chicken fried rice looks delicious, will have to check this brand out next time I am at the grocery store.
Kathleen says
That buy one get one free coupon is awesome! I love Chinese food and find an excuse to eat it at least once a week, these meals would be so much more convenient!
Sandra (at) Coasahmom (dot) com says
I love these! They’re so good!
Liza @ Views From the 'Ville says
My husband has bee eating these for awhile – he loves the Combination Fried Rice one. I recently tried a couple myself, and I agree – they’re so good! The new Asian Garden ones are pretty tasty, too, especially for having a few less calories.
Kelsey Apley says
I love Tai Pei, and I actually tried their new line yesterday and it was fabulous! The Chicken Fried Rice is my favorite!
Penelope (NYC Blogger) says
Omg, that looks really good! How perfect for us, we love foods like this too.
Tammy S says
I love the Sweet and Sour Chicken. I love these for when the kids need a good quick meal before they have to head off to an evening activity.
Singapore Mum Blog says
oooh that’s very affordable for such frozen meals. Are the portions good?
CiCi says
Can’t find a good Chinese food place around here either, will probably check in Omaha next time I’m there. I will go to the site for Tai Pei and see what the ingredients are. Of the three shown here, the chicken fried rice would be my pick.
Marcie W. says
I absolutely adore Asian BBQ pork and fried rice. These meals would be especially great for my usual lunch time rush!
Denise Taylor-Dennis says
One of my coworkers has these for lunch quite often and they always smell so delicious. I have not tried them yet but I need to soon.
Sheri says
We have exactly one Chinese restaurant in my little town. It was really good until it changed ownership, and now it’s terrible. I will have to see if Tai Pei is sold here!
Ann at Mundane Magic says
These are perfect for the schedule we run. We normally cook at home during the week, but my teen comes in late from Drama practice.
shelly sawicki lash neuhouser says
I have tried these, they are very tasty. My favorite is the Chicken Fried Rice.
Shell Feis says
I’ve been wanting to try these but wasn’t sure if they were any good. I’ll pick some up!
Betty Manousos says
these look so tasty! now i’m hungry.
have a great weekend!
xx
[email protected] says
YUM! My husband LOVES Tai Pei – His favorite is the Bourbon Chicken!
Tammy says
My daughter loves the Orange Chicken one – I always stock up when they’re $2 each at the grocery store. Loved having the B1G1 coupon this last time, makes for a cheap dinner for her!
Patty White says
We love Tai Pei!! We eat it a few times a month, and it still amazes me how fresh and good it is!
Fan R (Teddy Out Ready) says
Tai Pei carries a good selection of chicken meals, wow, so many to choose from. I would buy all of them and tried one by one. I can loose weight with them too.
Dawn ~ Spatulas On Parade says
I love Asian food and these quick easy frozen meals are ones that my son enjoys for his lunch or a snack.
Alissa Apel says
They all look so good! My Step Grandma used to make the best Asian food. She was from the Philippines, so this brings back memories.
Katherine Bartlett says
These look so tasty! Now I want one!
Anne - Mommy Has to Work says
Mmmm, egg rolls and fried rice, yumm!
Sharon Rooney says
I have seen these in my grocery store but have never heard anything about them
After your review I will put them on my shopping list to try.
Katherine Bartlett says
This looks amazing! I used to love asian food!
Stacie Connerty says
I really like the chicken fried rice. These really heat up well in the microwave and great last minute meals.
Emily says
Oh now I want some Asian food!! These look great!!
Elizabeth Norton says
this is sooooo crazy!! I am just about to head to the store and this was on my list. YUM
Lisa {Simplified Saving} says
My oldest daughter loves Asian food. I’ll have to pick up some of these for her to try. Between school and work, she’s always looking for something yummy to eat that she can make quickly!
Meghan @JaMonkey says
I love the Chicken Chow Mein!
amanda says
i love asian food. i like everything from pad thai to (almost) anything in a clay pot!
Alpa says
I have never tried Tai Pei ans would love to some day i have heard a lot of great reviews of this brand which i am sure i am going to like it if i did try soon.
Mally says
Nom Nom Nom! Love me some Asian cuisine!
Jadorezrg says
I’ve never heard of this before, but I’ll look out for these now!
Chrishelle says
Liz, I love Tai Pei. They do not last for very long in our freezer. As soon as the kids find them they disappear. BTW enjoyed hanging out with you at Type A.
Tiff @ Babes and Kids says
That’s a LOT of Chinese restaurants. 😉 I know what you mean though. It’s frustrating to find which ones you like by trial and error. These frozen meals would be great to keep around the house for when both the kids are at school and I’m just feeding me. Lots of yummy varieties too!
Megan Chamberlin says
I’ve seen these a dozen times in the freezer section of the store, but I’ve never tried one. I need to pick up a few if they are so good – would make a great way to mix it up for lunch!
Jennifer @TheRebelChick says
Thank you for sharing the buy one get one free coupon! These look tasty!
Piera says
These look great! We love Asian food!
Janeane Davis says
I have tried this Chinese food brand before. I agree with you that it is convenient and tasty.
Merissa @ Little House Living says
My hubby loves these meals and he normally doesn’t like frozen stuff like this!
jordyn @ Almost Supermom says
I’ve never tried these but they look yummy 🙂
Kita says
I am a foodie and I am always looking for new things to try I will be giving this one a try this weekend because I have a busy one and I need something quick and easy.
Leandrea says
Yum! What a great dinner. I have one daughter who would love this in a thermos for her lunch. Chinese food is one of our favorites!
Slap Dash Mom says
We don’t really eat food in a box anymore, mostly because of our health food kick but also because there’s never any vegetarian options! 🙁 We used to LOVE these though.
Ashley McLure says
My daughter and I keep a few of those on hand for lunches. Very easy and filling. So far, I think my favorite is the sweet & sour chicken.. but that’s my favorite at restaurants too.
Carmen's Coupon Blog says
I have not tried Tai Pei but my favorite asian food would be General Tso’s Chicken with Pork Fried Rice.. I see that that have Chicken Fried Rice I will have to give that one a try.. looks really Yummy!!!
Rebecca says
Those do look very yummy and easy to make.
Eileen Richter says
I will really love the single serve ones while kids are in school and hubs at work. Especially if they are balanced, great price, and good for you. What’s not to like with all THAT!?
We love Chinese. It took me til after age 35 that I was “adventurous” enough to try it. And was hooked ever since. Especially on the General’s chicken. OH my that is so good!
Ange says
Ohhhh I’ve always wanted to try these, I just may do it 🙂
Kimberly M. says
I have tried these products before and they are very good for boxes products and for something quick and easy. I love Chinese food and I would buy these and eat them. General Tso’s Chicken and the Orange Chicken are my favs.
Le-an Lacaba says
I simply love Chinese food, and food bowls!
Lolo says
I like taking these for work lunch!
Vonnie says
I haven’t tried these yet. Love to try their Chicken Fried Rice. I love your idea of having a little of each one. Looks like a buffet style dinner! 🙂
Dawn says
These meals are so good! I eat the Chicken Fried Rice a lot. Yum. 🙂
Michelle H says
I have tried these before and they’re so great for a lazy night in. Asian food is my weakness!
Wendy @ ABCs and Garden Peas says
I’ve seen these a million times, but can you believe I”ve never tried them? Thanks for the info on the coupon!
Cara says
These look yummy! I am going to have to look for them and see if we can eat them in our house. I miss Chinese food since going Gluten Free.
Brett says
That bourbon chicken looks tasty. Yep. I’ll take one please!
Mya Murphy says
I have tried these before and they are really scrumptious. I hear ya on the hit n miss thing, but that goes with ANY restaurant… I am soooo wanting this right now!!!
Lisa says
Those look really good.
Growing Up Madison says
I really want to try that orange chicken so will definitely be getting my free coupon. I just have to find them in the supermarket here.
Danielle @ We Have It All says
Oh I love these, especially the Bourbon Chicken!
Tough Cookie Mommy says
I love these single serve portions. It’s always hard to figure out what I am going to bring to work to eat for lunch. These look yummy and easy to make so I think that they would be perfect for lunch.
Laurie - Steals and Deals for Kids says
These look delicious!! I’m going to look for them in my store and add them to my lunch menu!!
Mellisa says
I have tried Tai Pei and I love it! My favorite Asian food is probably Beef and Broccoli. I get this almost everytime we go out to eat or when I buy Tai Pei 🙂
Melissa says
I NEED to try the Sweet and Sour Chicken, that is my favorite.
Shannah @ Just Us Four says
These are a great substitution for take out. I will definitely have to give them a try.
Francine says
I’ve had these before and they were delish!
Theresa says
We just tried these recently and they’re so yummy.
Dee says
How cute are those?!? I’ve never heard of them, but for $3 each – I HAVE to check them out!
Kristen @ kristenione says
I will have to pick one of these up next time I’m shopping. I always see them but I’m so picky about frozen stuff because sometimes it’s so blah. It’s great to hear a review first. Thanks!
Pam says
This is something I would like when I am just cooking for myself. Simple and tasty. I like Chinese and my husband doesn’t so it is perfect when he has to work late.
Nancy Lustri (StyleDecor) says
Yay! They still had coupons available! Thanks! So glad I stopped by….Can’t wait to give this a try! 🙂
Melanie a/k/a CrazyMom says
I have seen those and always wondered if they really taste good..thanks for a great post; I think thanks to you I will grab a few next time I’m out for a date night or a mommy night… Love it..thanks for sharing
Amanda @ Erickson & Co. says
We’ve tried these before and most of them have been pretty good. The only thing that I don’t like is that the servings are so small, my husband has to eat 2 of them to get enough food.
Kristin Wheeler (@MamaLuvsBooks) says
You are making me crave this! I love these!
Pam says
I tried these last week and they really are just as good as takeout!
Ronni Keller says
Here in Vegas, we probably have that many as well. But!! Maybe 5 are actually good LOL… I hate bad take-out!!
I’ll have to pick these up and give them a go!
Cynthia L says
I have seen these in the grocery store, but have never tried them. Based on your review, I will. At times I eat alone and this would be perfect for me!
Toni says
I love General Tso’s Chicken or Orange Chicken. I haven’t tried them yet, but good Chinese food at home is hard to find.
Michele says
Love that they have single serve–being single and living alone I am sure you can figure out why. I will certainly be on the look out for these in the grocery store. Oh-I think we may have even more then the number of Chinese restaurants near where I live then where you do!
Jessica @FoundtheMarbles says
Yum. I’ll take the vegetable egg rolls, please!!
Annemarie says
Yum, my family loves Asian food and they look delish. You never know what to buy and if they are good so I am glad for the recommendations. I will try it out.!
Ally says
I haven’t tried these, but I will agree with you about finding a restaurant that’s good. I dread the process of trial and error!
Sarah Bailey says
Oh I love the sound of the Bourbon Chicken and my other half would definitely be a sweet and sour guy – I shall have to keep a look out for them 🙂 x
Angela says
I’d like to try that Sweet & Sour Chicken! I have heard of this brand but haven’t bought it yet. Looks good though!
Dawn Ganey says
Tai pei is easy to make, convenient, & nutritious too.
Tara says
This is a must buy for my family. I get Chinese rice and noodles at least once a week. This makes it so easy!
Lisa @ Two Bears Farm says
Oh I’m going to print off the coupon. I’ve always wanted to try these. I love Asian foods.
Jennifer B says
Yum we love Chinese food! This is an awesome deal!
Debbie Denny says
I love orange chicken, I will look for these on my net trip to town!
Ms. A says
They LOOK good!
Big thing around here is Mexican Restaurants, there’s one on every corner and in between.
[email protected] Food Ramblings says
YUM– these look awesome! I’m going to have to look for them next time at the grocery store!
Bill Elliott says
My favorite is Beef and Brocoli
Donna says
We love Tai Pei! My husband’s favorite is sweet and sour chicken and mine is the chicken fried rice.
Rosey says
I’ve seen these in the grocery store but I haven’t tried them. I will def. pick one or two items up when we shop Friday and make a Chinese night in (we usually go to one out). We’ll see how it rolls with the fam. Could be fun. 🙂
Jennifer Williams says
I think there are a lot of Chinese restaurants everywhere. I can not wait to try the Tai Pei, thank you for the coupon. Love saving when I am trying something new!
Milena says
I got my coupon! My kids love these and so do I. (It’s my favorite midnight snack-Shhh)
brian miller says
nice…i am a sucker for chinese….i love it…will have to check these out….we make the PF CHangs frozen meals….
Ellen Christian says
Beef and broccoli is one of my favorite Chinese dishes. I need to give these a try at home!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
I haven’t seen this brand in my local grocery store, but I am going to definitley look a little closer the next time I go. Those all look REALLY good!
Ashley (@FiddleDeeAsh) says
I’ve always looked at these in my freezer aisle and never picked one up because I wasn’t sure how they’d taste. I may have to grab a couple for nights where I just don’t want to cook.
kathy balman says
they do look yummy, sadly I couldn’t eat them since I’m on paleo diet 🙁
Patty says
My local store barely carries lettuce so what do you think? I would have to look in “the big city” of Missoula
Angela says
Living in a rural area, I don’t have the luxury of Asian restaurants nearby. I actually pick these up from the grocery store pretty often and really enjoy the ones I have tried.
Casey says
When I used to eat meat, I had Tai Pei frozen meals quite frequently, but I haven’t had them since becoming a vegetarian about two years ago. I would totally try them again if they came out with a vegetarian variety; I’m actually really surprised that they haven’t released a veggies-only stir fry.
My favorite Chinese food? Sesame tofu, hands down!
Jennifer says
I haven’t tried this yet. I will have to get my hubby sweet & sour chicken — he loves that!! I would like the chicken fried rice!
Nicole B says
I love lettuce wraps! And I’ll look for Tai Pei at the store. I like Asian food, but usually eat it at restaurants not at home.
Trish F says
Haven’t found this particular brand of convenience meals, but the look good. Thanks for the review.
Virginia @thatbaldchick says
Sign me up for the sweet and sour chicken~
Terry (My Journey With Candida) says
I know I would like the Chicken Cashew. You know what these would work for? My Inlaws are elderly and when they aren’t feeling well, we like to have foods they can prepare without going through a lot of work. These would be perfect for that.
Dawn Lopez says
Ooh those look delicious, I just noticed these the other day matter of fact. I am going to have to try them.. I think the Sweet & Sour chicken looks amazing!
Amy Desrosiers says
I have never had a chance to try Tai Pei meals! I love crab rangoons!