Surimi (Fish) (100 G)

Choose surimi with no added sugar or syrup and the lowest carbohydrate content per serving; formulations vary substantially.

Reduce the serving size of surimi and avoid eating it with rice, crackers, sweet sauces, or other refined starches in the same meal.

Pair surimi with non-starchy vegetables such as cucumber, leafy greens, broccoli, or zucchini to add volume and fiber without many digestible carbohydrates.

Add a protein- and fat-containing accompaniment, such as eggs, plain Greek yogurt dip, avocado, or a small handful of nuts, to slow the meal’s glucose impact.

Use unsweetened seasonings such as lemon, vinegar, mustard, herbs, chili, or soy sauce instead of sweet chili sauce, teriyaki, or imitation crab sauces.

Eat surimi as part of a balanced meal rather than by itself, and take a short easy walk after eating if this is safe and practical for you.