This is the Lay’s Snack Series Pickled Plum and Vegetable Pancake.

The crisps were curved and circular (similar to Pringles), measuring 5.3 cm in diameter and 1 mm in thickness, with a light yellow hue flecked with fine seasoning and larger black flakes. They carried little in the way of distinct aroma.

On tasting, they delivered a clean crisp texture, with the dried plum and pickled vegetable flavour emerging immediately. The savoury depth of the pickled mustard greens provided the foundation, while the smokiness of the dried plum translated beautifully into a subtle sweetness that lifted rather than overwhelmed. A gentle soy note rounded out the flavour, spreading across the palate in a balanced, refreshing way. The profile deepened as the bite progressed and lingered in the aftertaste, evoking the memory of street food snacks combining ume and preserved mustard greens.

Overall, these crisps offered a surprisingly well-balanced blend of savoury and sweet, making them both distinctive and worth repurchasing.

This Lay’s Snack Series Pickled Plum and Vegetable Pancake contained 90 g. It was produced in China and purchased in Sydney, Australia in 2025.