Surimi, also known as crab sticks, can be found in the fish aisle, sushi and crab salad in the supermarket. The pink and white planks are called fake crab, because there is not a pinch of crab in the product. But what has he done?
Features of surimi
Salt, sugar and shellfish flavors are also added as seasoning. This provides a better taste experience, while the salt and sugar also extend the product’s shelf life.
Where does surimi come from?
The word surimi means ground meat in Japanese and is more a method of preparation than a product. The method of grinding and adding salt and sugar has been used since the 12th century to preserve fish for longer.
In the 1960s, a Japanese chemist developed the surimi stick as we see it on our plates today. The recognizable red-orange color comes from a layer of color that is added so that the bars look like long crab legs.
Is it healthy?
Surimi is a processed food, but sticks are high in protein and low in fat. They are low in calories and rich in vitamin B12 and minerals such as iodine, selenium and phosphorus. Real crab is much more nutritious, but fake crab is much cheaper and a great alternative to fish or crab in your diet. Athletes eat surimi sticks as a low-calorie and high-protein snack, also because you don’t have to cook them before taking a bite.
2024-04-15 09:52:07
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