Lao Gan Ma

The Spicy Rise of Chilli Crisp: From Chinese Condiment to Global Sensation

Lao Gan Ma's chilli crisp, featuring the "old godmother" Tao Huabi, has become a UK supermarket staple and social media sensation. Its spicy, crunchy, umami flavour is inspiring a cottage industry of independent producers in Britain, who are innovating with diverse ingredients and flavours.