Alaskan Pollock
What is Alaskan Pollock?
Alaskan Pollock is a white fish native to the North Pacific Ocean. It is a mild-flavored, flaky fish that is often processed into fillets, surimi (a processed seafood product), or fish sticks.
Is Alaskan Pollock vegan?
No. Alaskan Pollock is animal-derived, so it is not vegan.
Is Alaskan Pollock a major allergen?
Alaskan Pollock is a type of fish, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Alaskan Pollock used for?
Alaskan Pollock is used as a protein source in many food products.
Is Alaskan Pollock safe?
Alaskan Pollock is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Alaskan Pollock is used as a protein source in many food products. It is commonly found in frozen fish fillets, fish sticks, imitation crab meat, and deli salads.
Health notes
Alaskan Pollock is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated fish and fish products, but does not set specific ADIs for individual fish species.
Allergen info
Alaskan Pollock is a type of fish, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. People with fish allergies should avoid consuming it.
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