Surimi (すり身): What It Is, Ingredients & Origin
Surimi (すり身) is a Japanese food classified as food paste, minced meat.
| Name in Japanese | すり身 |
|---|---|
| Type | food paste, minced meat |
| Background reading | Wikipedia (English) |
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- Showing the Japanese name (すり身) on your phone is the easiest way to ask for it.
- Recipes and ingredients vary by region, shop and household. If you have a food allergy or dietary restriction, always confirm the ingredients with the shop before eating.
Similar Japanese foods
- yuzukoshō (柚子胡椒)
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