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CHATTOGRAM, July 17, 2025 (BSS) - Researchers have stated that it is possible to meet the protein demand to a large extent by producing 'Surimi' products made from fish paste or minced meat.

This information was shared at the closing ceremony of a research project and exhibition on 'Surimi' products held today at Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (CVASU).

CVASU Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Mohammad Lutfur Rahman attended the event as the chief guest. The event, titled 'Demonstration Workshop and Food Fair,' took place at the CVASU Auditorium.

During the event, various Surimi-based food products were displayed. These included fish balls, fish cakes, fish rolls, fish nuggets, fish burgers, and fish kebabs.

All attendees enjoyed the surimi-based food products.

Professor Dr. Md. Kamal, Treasurer of CVASU and the project's lead researcher, gave a presentation on the project. In his presentation, he elaborated on the research activities and explained that Surimi is made from the part of the fish that remains after removing the head, fins, and inedible parts. Various delicious dishes, such as singara, samucha, fish balls, fish cakes, fish burgers, fish rolls, and more, can be made using surimi. While surimi has been popular in countries like Japan, Thailand, and Vietnam for a long time, it is still a relatively new concept in Bangladesh.

He further mentioned that producing 'surimi' products from fish paste or minced fish could significantly help meet the country's protein demand. Additionally, this initiative will create new employment opportunities.

CVASU Director (Research and Extension) Professor Dr. Md. Yusuf Elahi Chowdhury presided over the program, with Deans of all faculties of Fisheries, Director of the Department of Fisheries, Chattogram Division, Md. Anwar Hossain, and other dignitaries attending as guests of honor.

The project is being implemented with funding from the Sustainable Coastal Marine Fisheries Project (SCMFP), Department of Fisheries, to address the impacts of climate change and generate local employment in coastal areas.