Imitation crab, sometimes called "crab sticks" or "krab," is a popular substitute for the real deal in a myriad recipes. It's manufactured from a pulverized fish paste known as surimi, typically made ...

When I lined up my samples of seven types of imitation crab, I assumed I would barely be able to tell the difference. I genuinely assumed all the imitation crab was made in the same factory, so of ...