Gather surimi, starch, egg white, salt, sugar, crab flavoring, vegetable oil, and water
Blend the surimi with salt until sticky
Add starch, egg white, sugar, crab flavoring, oil, and water
Mix until smooth and uniform
Shape the mixture into logs or strips
Steam or cook until firm and fully set
Cool the cooked logs completely
Shred or slice into crab-like pieces
Add red food coloring or paprika to the outer surface if desired
Package and refrigerate until ready to use