Surimi is surprisingly low in fat and high in protein. A crab stick has about the same protein as a hard-boiled egg, with only a fraction of the guilt. But it’s also packed with sugar and salt to preserve the lie.
On the downside, most of the omega-3 fatty acids are washed away during processing. So you’re getting the protein without the brain-boosting fish oils. It’s like eating a multivitamin that forgot the vitamins.
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Also, check the label: many brands add modified starch and carrageenan (a seaweed extract) to bulk it up. Basically, you’re paying for fish-flavored glue with seaweed filler. Worth it? Your wallet says yes.
