Imitation crab, sometimes known as crab sticks, surimi, or krab, is a product made from pulverized fish. So, no, although its name might suggest that it doesn't actually contain any seafood, it does, and it's not vegetarian. Although it doesn't have the exact flavor, texture, and nutr...
In stir-fries and pasta dishes, for example, you'd prepare the stir-fry and its sauce or pasta first, then stir in the crab meat for just the last few minutes of cooking so it can be warmed through. In hot crab dips or hot casseroles, the creamy, cheesy sauce diffuses the heat o...