Sainsbury's has issued an urgent product recall for its popular Taste the Deli Houmous after potential contamination with Escherichia coli (E. coli) was discovered. The supermarket giant is urging customers to immediately check their refrigerators for the affected product.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has released an official alert, warning consumers not to eat the 200g houmous with a use-by date of June 16, 2024. This precautionary measure comes after routine testing identified possible contamination with the harmful bacteria.
Affected Product Details
The specific product being recalled is:
- Product: Taste the Deli Houmous
- Size: 200g
- Use-by date: June 16, 2024
- Batch code: 54245719
What Customers Should Do
If you have purchased this product, the FSA advises:
- Do not consume the houmous
- Return it to your nearest Sainsbury's store for a full refund
- No receipt is required to claim your refund
E. coli infection can cause severe symptoms including bloody diarrhoea, stomach cramps, and fever. In vulnerable groups such as young children, the elderly, or those with compromised immune systems, the infection can be particularly dangerous.
Sainsbury's Response
A Sainsbury's spokesperson stated: "We are recalling Taste the Deli Houmous as a precautionary measure due to a possible safety issue. Food safety is our highest priority, and we apologise for any inconvenience caused."
The supermarket has implemented additional quality control measures and is working closely with suppliers to investigate the source of the potential contamination.
Customers with health concerns are advised to contact NHS 111 or consult their GP if they have consumed the product and experience symptoms.
