Fly by Jing reviews and discussion

4.4

87% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Rich, complex umami flavor
  • Versatile, everyday condiment
  • Distinctive sichuan pepper tingle
  • Eye-catching, stylish packaging
  • Very oily, messy jars
  • Inconsistent crunch texture
  • Mild heat for spice lovers
  • Chili-to-oil ratio imbalance

Fly by Jing earns strong reviews for delivering flavorful, versatile Sichuan-inspired condiments—standouts include the OG Sichuan Chili Crisp and Zhong Sauce—that reliably elevate eggs, noodles, dumplings, and more. Reviews also flag notable drawbacks: many find the products very oily with inconsistent crunch, sometimes too mild (or occasionally too hot), and multiple mentions of leaky, messy jars and chili-to-oil imbalance.

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767 reviews and posts

  • I’ve stayed away from Fly by Jing since the texture of chile solids are a big turn off for me. I had what seemed like hand-pulled noodles at a demo, but didn’t like how they seemed to be skinny Mafalda instead. Maybe I’ll try a packet of a different flavor.

  • I grabbed the Fly By Jing sweet & spicy chilli crunch on a whim at wholefoods and now I’m kind of obsessed. I’m not into super spicy stuff, so this is perfect — just enough heat but heaps of flavour. I’ve been adding it to everything and it somehow makes even the laziest meals taste great.

  • The Zhong sauce wasn’t exactly what I was expecting, it’s a little sweeter. It’s good, but I don’t find myself gravitating toward it too much. I don’t think I will buy the Zhong sauce again, but do want to try the other sauces from Fly by Jing!

  • This stuff is so dang good. When I first tried it, I was blown away by how much flavor is packed in and the spiciness is not overpowering but pairs with the flavor perfectly. Essential to top your noodles with! So good!!

  • The Sichuan chili crisp goes well on everything. It adds the perfect amount of depth and heat to a dish. I find myself adding it to every meal and have repurchased this so many times. Everything I've tried from Fly by Jing is excellent.

  • You can’t have chili crisps without msg. I really enjoy the extra spicy chili crisps with some vanilla ice cream. It’s so yummy. I find it easy to add more flavor to my meats and rice bowls. There is a lot of depth of flavor in each jar.

  • Can't get much better than this! I thought the Trader Joe's chili onion crisp was good, and then I tried this and never looked back. It's packed with flavor, is filled with so much product, and the packaging is so fun. LOVE this, I put it on everything.

  • Such good chili crisp oil. It has all the emblematic flavors one expects from chili crisp — spicy, crunchy, aromatic, citrusy. It’s a consistent repurchase, and despite the high price, I find that a jar lasts close to a year so not a huge concern.

  • I've been purchasing the Sichuan Chili Crisp from Fly By Jing for a number of years now. It is my go-to for this sauce and it is pretty mild. It is not overpowering and is the perfect amount of crunchy.

  • Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy this chili crisp hot oil but I would say it’s more along the lines of a garlic crisp/oil flavor add than a true Asian chili oil. But as someone who always has multiple brands of chili oils in their fridge, I still use this one when I’m seeking the garlic profile and tend to mix it with my other OGs like LGM.

  • Obsessed with the flavor! I'm on my second jar and I'm always finding new things to put it on. It also is fun to display in my kitchen. Because of the higher price point, I end up using it pretty sparingly.

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    It can be messy when you're trying to close the jar. I'm a very clean person and am careful with how I handle it but it always leaves an oil ring on my counter which is very annoying to always have to clean.

  • Tried their extra spicy chili oil and love it. It’s pretty salty and has a different flavor than lao gan ma. Almost gives dishes a restaurant-y taste, if that makes sense. A pretty complex flavor profile chili oil.

  • The dumplings are delicious, definitely some of the best easy-to-make food to have handy in the freezer! The multipacks that are sold online are so pricey that I never felt comfortable buying some to test - so it was great to find a single pack at our local grocery!!

  • I purchased the Fly by Jing Starter pack for my son's birthday. He LOVES hot and spicy flavors and food. Each of the sauces looks and smells delicious. It is clear that they use excellent and fresh ingredients. My son made several noodle dishes using the various sauces in the starter kit. He loved them and has purchased additional Fly by Jin products. If you don't LOVE spice, these are probably much too hot for you. Definitely too hot for me!

  • Flavor Explosion with Fly by Jing Fly by Jing offers a delicious array of Sichuan spices and sauces that perfectly complement their frozen dumplings, all made from natural and fresh ingredients. The flavors are truly outstanding and bring an authentic taste of Sichuan cuisine to your kitchen. The only downside is the price – it’s a bit on the expensive side. However, if you’re looking for high-quality, flavorful meals that are easy to prepare, Fly by Jing is definitely worth trying. It’s a delightful treat that brings a little luxury to your everyday meals. Four stars!

    Received a free product from Fly by Jing
  • The spice and flavor in this chili crisp is sooo good. It's giving soy sauce with chili and a very punchy taste. Loved it on my stir fry and on my eggs. Definitely looking for more ways to use it!

    Received a free product from Fly by Jing
  • I've tried many of Fly by Jing's sauces... and I have her cookbook. While pricey, I love the complex flavors of everything Fly by Jing makes. I especially love the packages of Tribute peppers they sell. SO many sichuan peppercorns you get at the store are almost cardboard... or they only have a tiny bit of that numbing sensation that is so incredible in Sichuan food. The Fly by Jing peppers are the only ones I've bought since discovering them. (And you don't need to use as many in a recipe to get a powerful numbing result!!)

  • Fly By Jing was one of the first big DTC disrupters during early COVID, and they’ve really written the playbook for how a brand can go from niche to mainstream without losing its edge. I’m a total convert. I buy in bulk, I’ve got their merch, I gift their products to friends, and I keep the minis at my desk at work. The flavors are bold, addictive, and completely elevate even the simplest meals. It’s not just good marketing (though they’ve nailed that too); the products truly deliver.

  • I have been putting this sauce on everything! Scrambled eggs, fried rice, eggrolls, dumplings, noodles, sushi…whatever you can think of I’ve tried it with Jing. It says that it’s spicy, but I found it to be more of a tingling sensation and not too much heat because I only use a small amount. It adds a little zing with the oil and some texture and crunch with the chili flakes. I just with there was a little less oil in the jar and more of the crunchy bits.

  • I tried the Sichuan Chili Crisp and it was tasty! I will admit it's a little salty, but it adds to the flavor. I ate it with tofu and it was great.