Mirror | 11:44 16-02-2026 | Lifestyle
A family conducted a comparison of Chinese ready meals from seven UK supermarkets in anticipation of the Lunar New Year. Asda, Tesco, M&S, Aldi, Lidl, Sainsbury's, and Morrisons were included in the assessment with three key factors taken into account: cost, taste, and nutritional value.
The objective of the exercise was to determine the top-performing brand that offered the best balance between price, quality, and healthiness. This is important considering ready meals are a popular choice among shoppers who seek both convenience and variety, especially during festive season such as the Lunar New Year.
Each ready meal was thoroughly analysed, not just for the value for money, but also for its flavour profile and ingredients. The family aimed to see if these meals lived up to their branding and packaging promises, and which of them provide the most satisfying Chinese dining experience.
Upon completion of the comparison, the family was able to discover a top pick, identifying the supermarket that offered the best Chinese ready meal in terms of cost, taste, and nutritional value.