Sainsbury's has issued a recall of its own-brand chorizo product, the Taste the Difference Spanish Chorizo Iberico Ring, due to concerns about the possible presence of listeria.
The affected products have use-by dates ranging from 23 November 2023 to 16 January 2024. Customers who purchased this product are advised not to consume it and can return it to their local store for a full refund.
Listeria contamination can lead to symptoms such as chills, muscle aches, diarrhea, and sickness, with certain individuals, including pregnant women, the elderly, newborns, and those with weakened immune systems, being at a higher risk of serious infection.
While Sainsbury's stated that it had not received any complaints about the product, the recall is being carried out as a precautionary measure to ensure customer safety. Chilled and ready-to-eat foods like cured meats are more susceptible to listeria contamination.