What Are Imitation Crab Cakes Made Of?
Imitation crab cakes are usually made of minced or chopped imitation crab meat, which is a processed seafood product made from minced white fish, egg whites, starch, and other ingredients such as vegetable oil, crab flavoring, or MSG. They may also contain other ingredients like breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, mustard, onions, garlic, lemon juice, and parsley. The mixture is shaped into patties or cakes and then fried or baked until golden brown and crispy on the outside.