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Ka'Me Rice Crackers, Cheese
International & World Foods
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Ka'Me Rice Crackers, Cheese

KA-ME
3.50 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
3g
Protein
70mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
30
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Ka'Me Rice Crackers, Cheese (3.5 oz) are a small-batch–styled Asian snack positioned between traditional rice sembei and contemporary American flavored crackers. You'd most often spot the slender bag in the international or Asian snacks aisle, sometimes shelved with other rice crackers, seaweed snacks, and gluten-free crackers, or cross-placed near cheese/cracker displays for pairing ideas. The product fits grab-and-go shopping trips, lunchbox fills, movie-night or game-day snack spreads, and as a light appetizer for casual entertaining. Brand positioning leans on heritage and authenticity — Ka'Me references Japanese tradition and Asian culinary exploration — while marketing highlights convenience and cross-cultural flavors for curious, value-conscious shoppers and families seeking easy, gluten-free options. The front label leans on health halos: “All natural,” “Gluten free,” “Low fat,” and “Low sodium,” though there is no organic certification displayed. In plain terms this is a shelf-stable, packaged rice snack made from milled rice and a manufactured cheese seasoning; it’s processed to be crisp, uniform, and long-lasting. Sensory details: thin, brittle rounds with a dry, shattering crunch and a savory, tangy cheese top note that combines mild cheddar and a hint of blue cheese funk; corn oil provides a faint sheen. Packaging is a small, resealable-style or heat-sealed snack bag intended for single-person portions or sharing in a bowl. Rituals include snacking straight from the bag while watching films, offering on a party platter alongside dips and cheeses, or tucking into a lunchbox for a crunchy counterpoint to sandwiches. Overall it reads as an accessible, slightly upscale ethnic snack adapted for mainstream shelves.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 16 crackers
Servings per Container: 3.5
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium70mg3%
Total Carbohydrate21g8%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Protein3g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Rice,, Cheese, Seasoning, [Cheddar, Cheese, (Cultured, Milk,, Salt,, Enzyme),, Whey,, Maltodextrin,, Blue, Cheese, (Cultured, Milk,, Salt,, Enzyme),, Citric, Acid],, Corn, Oil,, Yeast, Extract,, Soy, Tocopherols,, Natural, Color, (Annatto, and, Paprika)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Corn Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Annatto - Artificial coloring
  • Paprika - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients and additives such as maltodextrin, cheese seasoning blends, yeast extract, and colors in a ready-to-eat packaged snack, characteristic of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Ka'Me Rice Crackers, Cheese

Healthiness can be pretty subjective! These little crackers give you a satisfying crunch with 110 calories per serving, and they’re low in sugar. They do contain cheese and some processed ingredients, so while they might not be a superfood, they can fit into a balanced diet if enjoyed in moderation.

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
back-to-school

Vibe:

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