Dockside Classics Lobster Cakes
What You Should Know
Dockside Classics Lobster Cakes (12 oz) reads like a grocery-store shortcut to seafood night. You'd find it in the frozen prepared foods aisle, shelved near other breaded seafood (breaded shrimp, fish sticks) and frozen appetizers, sometimes close to fresh frozen fillets or the freezer case of family-style entrees. It fits quick weekend brunches, casual game-day spreads, or a solo weeknight when you want something restaurant‑styled without a reservation. The brand positions itself as approachable coastal comfort—nostalgic New England flavors made convenient—targeting value-conscious shoppers who want a hint of luxury without gourmet price or prep time. Packaging leans on maritime imagery and “lobster” calling cards rather than organic or clean‑label certifications; expect claims like “made with real lobster meat” but no organic seal, and fine print listing many stabilizers and flavorings. Processing context: this is a ready-made, highly processed frozen item with multiple emulsifiers, starches, and preservatives to rebuild lobster texture and preserve shelf life. Sensory details: heat them in an oven or air fryer until the breadcrumb crust crisps and the interior becomes tender and mayo-forward; texture contrasts a crunchy exterior with a soft, slightly elastic filler (surimi and binders) studded with lobster flakes. The tray and cardboard sleeve ritual is simple—heat, dip in included sauce (sweet‑tangy, garlicky), and serve with sides—and the label also signals convenience with short cook times. Nutrition highlights include moderate calories per serving (about 180) and relatively high sodium (around 490 mg), reflecting its processed, shelf-stable formulation.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Lobster, Meat,, Lobster, Surimi, (Alaska, Pollock,, Water,, Wheat, Starch,, Egg, Whites,, Sorbitol,, Corn, Starch,, Sugar,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of:, Lobster, Meat,, Natural, and, Artificial, Lobster, Flavors,, Mirin, Wine, (Sake,, Sugar,, Salt,, Water,, Yeast, Extract),, Soybεαν, Oil,, Salt,, Calcium, Carbonate,, Sodium, Tripolyphosphate,, Tetrasodium, Pyrophosphate,, Paprika, Oleoresin,, Carmine),, Mayonnaise, (Soybean, Oil,, Distilled, Vinegar,, Egg, Yolk,, High, Fructose, Corn, Syrup,, Contains, Less, than, 2%, of, Salt,, Water,, Mustard, Seed,, Calcium, Disodium, EDTA),, Celery,, Breadcrumbs, (Bleached, Wheat, Flour,, Yeast,, Sugar,, Salt),, Flour, (Wheat, Flour,, Malted, Barley, Flour,, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamin, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid),, Seasoning, (Modified, Corn, Starch,, Maltodextrin,, Soy, Protein, Isolate,, Salt,, Hydrolized, Soy, Protein,, Dextrose,, Black, Pepper,, Autolyzed, Yeast, Extract,, Xanthan, Gum,, Dehydrated, Parsley,, Spices,, Soy, Protein, Concentrate,, Cellulose, Gum,, Cellulose, Powder,, Not, More, than, 2%, Silicone, Dioxide),, Onions,, Milk,, Butter, (Cream,, Salt),, Green, Peppers,, Paprika,, Nisin, Preparation,, Sodium, Chloride,, Rosemary, Extract, and, Culture, Dextrose,, Maltodextrin,, Dipping, Sauce, Ingredients:, Soybean, Oil,, Water,, Garlic,, Corn, Syrup,, Salt,, Contains, Less, than, 2%, Dried, Garlic,, Xanthan, Gum,, Sodium, Acid, Sulfate,, Natural, Flavor,, Phosphoric, Acid,, Citric, Acid,, Natural, Extractives, of, Paprika, and, Tumeric, (Color),, Potassium, Sorbate, and, Sodium, Benzoate,, Calcium, Disodium, EDTA..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
- •Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
- •Sodium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
- •Carmine - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains multiple industrial ingredients (modified starches, maltodextrin, emulsifiers, stabilizers, preservatives, surimi) and ready-to-eat formulation, consistent with ultraprocessed foods (NOVA 4).
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Common Questions about Dockside Classics Lobster Cakes
The Lobster Cakes have some appealing aspects, like being a source of protein and containing real lobster meat. However, they also pack a fair amount of sodium and include some processed ingredients. So, while they can fit into a balanced diet, calling them 'healthy' might depend on your overall eating habits and what you're comparing them to.