KAKA makes crispy Taiwanese snacks built around night-market flavor — light, crunchy tempura crisps and seasoned crispy fish snacks that taste like a walk through a Taiwan street market. They come in savory and tangy seasonings, from pepper-salt and spicy to shichimi and plum, and they're the kind of snack that's hard to stop eating. This guide covers what they are, the lineup, and the best ways to enjoy them.
What are KAKA tempura crisps?
Despite the name, these aren't battered-and-fried tempura — they're crispy fish-based crackers inspired by the savory "tianbula" (Taiwanese tempura) you'd find at a night market, delivering that same fried, savory, slightly chewy-crunchy bite in a shelf-stable snack. The crispy fish snacks are made from real fish, seasoned and crisped for a protein-forward, umami-rich crunch.
The KAKA lineup
| Snack | Flavor | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Tempura Crisps — Pepper & Salt | Classic savory night-market seasoning | $7 |
| Tempura Crisps — Spicy | The same crisp with a chili kick | $7 |
| Crispy Fish Snack — Shichimi | Japanese seven-spice over crispy fish | $9 |
| Crispy Fish Snack — Plum | Tangy-sweet Taiwanese plum seasoning | $9 |
Savory vs tangy: which flavor?
If you like classic salty snacks, start with Pepper & Salt; for heat, the Spicy tempura crisps. The crispy fish snacks lean more adventurous — Shichimi brings warm Japanese seven-spice, while Plum adds the tangy-sweet sourness Taiwanese snackers love. Note: these are fish-based, so they contain a fish allergen.
What to pair them with
Crispy, savory snacks are made for drinks and noodle nights. Serve KAKA crisps alongside a bowl of Mom's Dry Noodle as the crunchy side, or dust the pepper-salt crisps with a little SG wasabi pepper salt for extra lift. For dipping, a dab of THIS CHILÉ takes them up a level. Wash it all down with a homemade J WAY bubble tea or a cold bottled tea.
Which should I try first?
For a crowd-friendly intro, the Pepper & Salt tempura crisps are the safest pick. Adventurous snackers should go for the Plum crispy fish for that signature Taiwanese tangy-sweet flavor.
Shop KAKA at Ding-go
Ding-go ships KAKA night-market snacks across the US (check each product page for current availability). Making it a snack spread? Add a homemade boba from our J WAY bubble tea guide or some Juju Oops freeze-dried fruit.
FAQ
What are KAKA tempura crisps?
They're crispy, fish-based crackers inspired by Taiwanese night-market "tianbula" (tempura) — savory, light, and crunchy in a shelf-stable snack form rather than freshly battered and fried.
Are KAKA snacks spicy?
It depends on the flavor. The Spicy tempura crisps have a chili kick, while Pepper & Salt, Shichimi, and Plum range from savory to tangy-sweet rather than hot.
Do KAKA snacks contain allergens?
Yes — they're made from fish, so they contain a fish allergen. Check each product's label for full allergen information.
What do you eat KAKA crisps with?
They're great on their own, as a crunchy side to a noodle bowl, dusted with wasabi pepper salt, or dipped in a chili sauce, paired with bubble tea or a cold drink.
What flavor should I start with?
Pepper & Salt tempura crisps are the most crowd-friendly; the Plum crispy fish snack is the pick for that classic Taiwanese tangy-sweet flavor.
