What is
Icrab Stick?

Icrab Stick is a popular seafood snack that resembles crab meat but is primarily made from surimi, a fish paste often derived from white fish like pollock. It is typically shaped into sticks or chunks and has a mild flavor with a slightly sweet undertone. These sticks are often used in sushi rolls, salads, or eaten as a snack on their own.

Origins & History

The dish originates from Japan, where surimi was developed as a way to preserve fish. It has since become popular in various Asian countries and around the world, often being used in different culinary styles and fusion dishes.

Taste & Texture

The taste of Icrab Stick is mild and slightly sweet, often enhanced by seasonings and sometimes a hint of umami from added ingredients like crab flavoring.

Ingredients

Surimi

A processed fish product made from white fish, typically pollock, that is finely minced and used as a base for imitation crab meat.

Starch

Used to bind the surimi and give it a chewy texture.

Egg White

Added for binding and to enhance the protein content.

Seasonings

Typically includes salt, sugar, and natural flavors to replicate the taste of crab.

Food Coloring

Used to provide the characteristic pinkish-red color that imitates cooked crab meat.

This item may contain the following allergens:

Fish

Shellfish