Not Keto!
Imitation Crab

Imitation Crab (Crab Stick)

per 100 g:
14.5g
net carbs
0.5g
fats
7.6g
protein
95
calories

Is Imitation Crab Keto?

Imitation Crab is not keto-friendly because it is a high-carb processed food that contains unhealthy ingredients.

Too Much Carbs!

Imitation Crab should be avoided on keto because it is very high in net carbs (14.5g of net carbs per 100g serving).

It is important to limit your net carb consumption to 20g - 30g per day to stay in ketosis. You can calculate your ideal daily net carb allowance by using this keto macros calculator.

As an alternative, you may look for other types of shellfish that are low in net carbs.

Contains Sugar

Sugar is a high-glycemic sweetener that can raise your blood sugar level and prevent you from reaching ketosis.

As an alternative, you may look for other types of shellfish that use keto-friendly sweeteners like stevia, monk fruit, or erythritol.

You can check out our full list of best and worst sweeteners for keto here.

Net Carb Calculator

Imitation Crab
14.5 g
net carbs
15 g
carbs
0.5 g
fiber / sugar alcohol
0.46 g
fats
7.62 g
protein
95
calories

Ingredients Checker

Ingredients

Pollock, Starch, Sugar, Egg Whites, And Crab Flavoring

Non-Keto Sweeteners

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Highly-Refined Oils

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None

Harmful Food Additives

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None

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Net Carbs per 100g
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Minimally Processed
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2.7
Net Carbs per 100g
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Whole Food
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3.1
Net Carbs per 100g
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Keto in Moderation

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Clam

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Net Carbs per 100g
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Abalone

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Net Carbs per 100g
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