"Trader Joe's Surimi Imitation Crabmeat is made the same way most brands are: with processed white fish. In most cases (including the TJ's version), the fish used is Alaskan pollock."
"Imitation crab is made by grinding white fish into a paste, then adding binding agents, sugar, and crab flavoring that mimics the texture and taste of the real thing."
"Alaskan pollock specifically comes from the world's largest certified sustainable fishery, which produces copious amounts of fish. The result is a catch that is both affordable and environmentally friendly."
"While real crab is often used to flavor imitation crab, other shellfish like shrimp and scallops sometimes substitute. Finally, while some other imitation crab gets its color from artificial food dyes, TJ's coloring comes from tomato lycopene extract."
Trader Joe's imitation crab, labeled as Surimi, is made from processed Alaskan pollock, providing a seafood alternative that mimics the taste and texture of real crab. It is versatile, suitable for salads, soups, and dips, and is made with natural flavors and pea starch as a binder. The choice of Alaskan pollock is due to its mild flavor and sustainability, making it an affordable option. Unlike some brands, Trader Joe's uses tomato lycopene extract for coloring instead of artificial dyes.
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