Forget Everything But the Bagel seasoning — there’s a new cult-favorite spice taking over Trader Joe’s fans’ pantries. The grocery is known for its endless stream of viral products, now has another that shoppers are obsessing over.
Trader Joe’s Aglio Olio Seasoning Blend is garlicky, spicy and the latest must-have to go viral.
The blend is inspired by the classic Italian dish, Spaghetti Aglio e Olio — pasta tossed in olive oil, garlic, and chili flakes. The pasta is simple, as is the seasoning, which is why fans say it works. It cuts the complexity of multiple spices down to a single shaker.
For just $2.49 per shaker, TJ’s fanatics are stocking up and buying this mix in bulk. The bottle is packed with punchy ingredients: minced garlic, parsley, red bell pepper, red chili pepper, safflower oil and sea salt flakes. It’s a pantry staple that can transform any weeknight meal, with fans describing its packed flavor.
Trader Joe’s seasoning line has been deemed some of their best products. Aside from the viral success of their “Everything But the Bagel” seasoning and the Coffee and Garlic BBQ Rub, they’ve also experimented with everything from pickle-flavored blends to salmon rubs.
Yet, the Aglio Olio seasoning manages to stand out for its versatility. Customers insist it tastes good on virtually anything that needs a savory kick.
Reddit users are fueling the hype. One fan labeled the spice “god tier” on pizza and another declared it an absolute “10/10 must buy.”
One Trader Joe’s reviewer called it “one of my top three TJ’s seasonings of all time,” noting it’s mildly spicy but packed with flavor. Whether it’s pasta, orzo, rice, or pizza, they say, “I’d add it to anything Italian.”
A reviewer from Simply Recipes agrees, noting the real magic is in the versatility. They’ve slapped it on flatbreads topped with ricotta and roasted veggies, mixed it into scrambled eggs, tossed it into fresh salads and put it on sandwich spreads.
One TikTokker included the blend in a “products I swear by” video, and the comment section concurred.
“I’m addicted to the aglio olio. I bought like 10 and started handing them out to friends,” one user raved. Another chimed in: “The aglio olio is THE BEST! I put it on damn near everything!”
“That seasoning has me in a chokehold,” another fan wrote.
For those who love their food with a little extra heat, one tester suggests adding an extra pinch of red pepper flakes for more of a kick, noting that the base blend tastes just like gourmet garlic bread straight out of the oven.
Other Redditors suggested pairing it with vegetable soup or sprinkling it on buttery popcorn or a caprese salad to elevate a simple side dish into something special.
Whether it be a seasoning, a special seasonal candy, or even a branded canvas tote bag, Trader Joe’s fans are masters at taking a product and making it the talk of the town.
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