Surimi
Surimi is a type of food ingredient that comes from fish, usually whitefish like pollock or cod. It is commonly used as a base in many seafood products like imitation crab meat and fish cakes.
To make surimi, fish fillets are minced and washed to remove unwanted flavors and smells. The resulting paste is then mixed with other ingredients like starch, sugar, and flavorings to create a dough-like substance. This mixture is then shaped and cooked to produce the final surimi product.
Surimi is often included in food products for its ability to mimic the texture and appearance of more expensive seafood. You can find surimi in items like crab sticks, fish balls, and seafood salads. It helps add a seafood-like taste and texture to dishes while also being more affordable than using fresh fish. So, the next time you see surimi listed on a food label, you'll know it's there to enhance the dish with a seafood flavor and texture.
