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how do sushi restaurants make the finely shredded crab in california rolls/kani salad?

Technique Question

the type of imitation crab that you want is called surimi. they are usually individually wrapped sticks, in a package, that look kinda similar (in shape) to king crab leg meat. you’ll be able to peel it apart uniformly very easily. if you have a 99 ranch or a marukai market you can for sure get it there. most asian groceries should carry it also, but may be in the frozen section. hope this helps

Some Asian markets have sticks that are more easily shredable

Squeeze the moisture out really thoroughly.

You gotta get the right kind. Different kinds of imitation crab have different textures

It's usually imitation crab which comes already shredded.

do you know where i can buy it?

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california roll is mentioned! also similar to kani salad

OP is making Sushi not Crab Rangoon

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