Does imitation crab taste like the real thing?!
Does imitation crab taste like the real thing?
i've never had the imitation crabmeat. I know it's suppose to be okay in salads but does it taste like the REAL thing when dunked in melted butter? i'm just curious & i love king crab legs but gosh...they are so expensive. Just thought i'd ask & get different people's opinions. Thanks.....
Answers:
It doesn't taste like crabmeat to me and is less tasty heated.
I prefer it in cold seafood salads, but to dunk hot in butter is not so savory. The main ingredient is pollack, a flaky white fish. It's not as sweet as crab either, but like others have said here, it is a decent substitute.