Aldi, Morrisons, Tesco and Lidl urgently recall range of products

Major supermarkets have recalled a number of products that could be dangerous for some consumers. Product recall alerts have been issued by the Food Standards Agency amid fears some products could be contaminated.

The recalls include a potato salad that may have pieces of metal, garlic that could cause food poisoning and a dip that may contain dangerous bacteria. A product recall in the UK refers to a process where a manufacturer, distributor, or retailer asks consumers to return a product due to safety concerns, defects, or regulatory compliance issues. It is typically initiated when a product is found to pose a risk to health, safety, or the environment.

Product recalls aim to protect public safety and maintain consumer trust. Companies are encouraged to act swiftly to minimize harm. If there is a problem with a food product that means it should not be sold, then it might be 'withdrawn' (taken off the shelves) or 'recalled' (when customers are asked to return the product). The FSA issues Product Withdrawal Information Notices and Product Recall Information Notices to let consumers and local authorities know about problems associated with food. In some cases, a 'Food Alert for Action' is issued. This provides local authorities with details of specific action to be taken on behalf of consumers.

Morrisons

Morrisons is recalling Morrisons Crushed Garlic because an ingredient has been omitted from the product that prevents microbiological growth and therefore presents a potential risk to consumers. The recall includes all 75g packs with a best before date of October 19, 2025.

Without the ingredient, potentially dangerous food poisoning bacteria could grow inside the packs.

Point of sale notices will be displayed in stores where the product was sold. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought it.

If you have bought the garlic do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.

Lidl

Lidl GB is recalling Meadow Fresh Potato Salads because they may contain pieces of copper. The possible presence of copper makes these products unsafe to eat.

Meadow Fresh Potato Salad with Yoghurt

• Pack size: 500 g
• Use by: 07 December 2024, 13 December 2024, 14 December 2024, 16 December 2024, 21 December 2024

Meadow Fresh Potato Salad with Crème Fraiche

• Pack size: 500 g
• Use by: 12 December 2024, 16 December 2024, 23 December 2024

If you have bought the products do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund. Any customers with queries or concerns can contact Lidl Customer Services on 0203 966 5566 or customer.care@lidl.co.uk.

Tesco

Tesco is recalling Tesco Tzatziki Dip because Salmonella has been found in the product.

Tesco Tzatziki Dip

• Pack size: 200 g
• Use by: 24 November 2024

Symptoms caused by Salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps.

If you have bought the product do not eat it. Instead, return it to any Tesco store for a full refund. For more information contact Tesco Customer Services on 0800 505 555.

Aldi

Aldi is recalling Let's Party Vegetable Bao Buns because they contain sesame and duck meat which is not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to sesame.

Let's Party Vegetable Bao Buns

• Pack size: 8 pack
• Best before: all date codes

If you have bought the product and have an allergy to sesame, do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.