Surimi

If you have had sushi, you probably have had Surimi. Surimi is another name for crab sticks. Surimi is a Japanese word which refers to crab imitation or crab flavored seafood. Below are some information on Surimi. Different countries now have different names for Surimi such as Surimi seafood, Surimi sea legs, seafood sticks, Surimi sticks, and seafood extender.

What is Surimi?

As mentioned above, Surimi is a Japanese word which refers to crab sticks or other forms of crab imitation. Surimi is often used in Sushi, although other Asian cultures have also enjoyed Surimi in their cuisine.

Picture of Surimi

What is Surimi made of?

Surimi is often made of white fish such as pollock or hake.

How is surimi processing done?

Surimi fish (pollock or hake) are pulverized to a paste with rubbery texture when cooked.

• What can I make with Surimi?
• Surimi nutrition and Surimi FDA label.