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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Fish, surimi's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.
Good nutrient density 36/100
How many beneficial nutrients Fish, surimi delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Fish, surimi come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
28% from carbs
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Carbs 28%6.9 g per serving
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Fat 8%0.9 g per serving
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Protein 63%15.2 g per serving
What Fish, surimi is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.9 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 7.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 10.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 12.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 147.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 32.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 16.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 106.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 20.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 7.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 10.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 14.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 157.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 241.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 15.2 g | |
| Histidine | 350.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 709.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 1,202.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 1,387.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 515.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 595.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 734.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 92.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 770.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 891.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 1,008.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 1,518.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 163.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 2,397.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 588.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 566.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 663.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 612.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 20.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin D | ~ | — |
| Vitamin E | 0.6 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 0.1 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.0 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.0 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.2 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.0 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 2.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.6 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.1 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 9.0 mg | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | |
| Magnesium | 43.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 282.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 112.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 143.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.3 mg | |
| Copper | 0.0 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | |
| Selenium | 28.1 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 30.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 0.7 g | — |
About Fish, surimi
Surimi is a paste made from white fish — usually pollock — that has been minced, washed, and blended with starch, sugar, salt and flavorings, then shaped and cooked. It is the basis of imitation crab (often labeled 'crab sticks' or 'seafood sticks') and similar products that mimic the look and bite of more expensive shellfish at a fraction of the cost.
Surimi is fairly lean, with about 99 calories per 100 grams, roughly 15 grams of protein and very little fat. Because it is a processed product, though, it differs from plain fish in some ways: it contains added starch and sugar, so it has more carbohydrate than a fish fillet, and it carries added sodium. It also has far fewer of the omega-3 fats and other nutrients found in whole fish.
Surimi is already cooked and ready to eat, which makes it convenient for sushi rolls, salads, sandwiches and seafood dips. It is best thought of as an inexpensive, mild convenience food rather than a substitute for whole fish or real crab — handy and palatable, but more processed.
Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Fish, surimi?
There are 99 calories in 100 g of Fish, surimi, or about 84 calories in 3 oz (85 g).
How much protein is in Fish, surimi?
Fish, surimi contains 15.2 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Fish, surimi?
Fish, surimi has 6.9 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Fish, surimi?
Fish, surimi provides 0.9 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Fish, surimi a good source of?
Fish, surimi is an excellent source of Vitamin B12 (67% DV), Selenium (51% DV), Protein (30% DV) and Phosphorus (23% DV) and a good source of Magnesium (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
