Major Food Recall: Peanuts Found in Products Sold at Waitrose, Domino’s, Papa John’s and More!

Major Food Recall Impacts Waitrose, Domino’s, Papa John’s and More Due to Undeclared Peanuts

A widespread food recall has been initiated, impacting a vast range of products sold at prominent retailers including Waitrose, Domino’s, Papa John’s, and several others. The recall is due to the discovery of undeclared peanuts in various food items, posing a significant health risk to individuals with peanut allergies.

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a strong warning, stating that the presence of undeclared peanuts makes these products a potential health hazard for anyone with a peanut allergy.

Symptoms of Peanut Allergy

Individuals with peanut allergies can experience a range of symptoms following exposure to the allergen, including:

* Feeling dizzy or lightheaded
* Itchy skin or a raised rash
* Swelling of the lips, face, and eyes
* Coughing, wheezing, breathlessness, noisy breathing, or a hoarse voice
* Sneezing or an itchy, runny, or blocked nose
* Feeling sick or being sick
* Tummy pain
* Diarrhoea

The NHS emphasizes the seriousness of food allergies, stating that while they can be mild, they can be extremely dangerous for some people.

List of Recalled Products

The following products have been recalled due to the potential presence of undeclared peanuts:

Waitrose

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Waitrose Yellow Mustard Seeds:

Batch code: 4227, Best before: August 2027
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Waitrose Pickling Spice:

Batch codes: 4244, 4245, Best before: September 2026

Domino’s

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Domino’s BBQ Dip (25g):

Best before: December 2024, January 2025
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Domino’s The Big Dip – BBQ (100g):

Best before: January 31, 2025, February 7, 2025, February 8, 2025, February 20, 2025, February 27, 2025

Papa John’s

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Papa John’s Garlic & Herb Dip (25g):

Best before: 31 October 2024, 30 November 2024, 26 December 2024, 30 December 2024, 31 December 2024
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Papa John’s Garlic & Herb Dip (100g):

Best before: 29 October 2024, 11 November 2024, 14 November 2024

Other Affected Brands

Beyond these major retailers, several other food companies have also issued recalls due to the potential peanut contamination:

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Hampshire Foods:

All pack sizes and batches of the following products have been recalled:
* Cayenne Pepper
* Vindaloo Masala
* Balti Masala
* Tikka Masala
* Panch Puran
* Biryani Masala
* Korma Curry Powder
* Madras Curry Powder Hot
* Madras Curry Powder Mild
* Fajita Seasoning
* Cajun Seasoning
* Ground Mustard
* Mustard Powder
* Yellow Mustard Seed
* Brown Mustard Seeds

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Westmorland Family Butchery:

All items purchased between July and October 2024 have been recalled, including:
* Winter Warmer Sausage
* Winter Warmer Burger
* Summer Sizzler Sausage
* Summer Sizzler Burger

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Chef Select:

* Chef Select Takeaway Garlic and Herb Dip (100g)

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Wilton Wholefoods:

All products purchased before October 23, 2024, have been recalled, including:
* Mild Curry Powder
* Madras Curry Powder
* Cajun Seasoning
* Black Mustard Seeds
* White Mustard Seeds
* Fajita Seasoning
* All Purpose Seasoning

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Mr Vikki’s:

All batches and best-before dates of the following Mr Vikki’s products have been affected by the food recall:
* Harrys Brown Sauce (300g)
* Harrys Roast Chipotle (300g)
* Christmas Cranberry Chilli Jam (210g)
* Raj Naga (195g)
* North African Harrissa (180g)
* Chilli Mafia Cajun Magic Seasoning (200g)
* Kaffir lime vindaloo paste (180g)
* Yorkshire rhubarb pickle (205g)
* King Naga Garlic (190g)
* East India Chilli Pickle (195g)
* Old Delhi Chutney (325g)
* Phall Curry paste (315g)
* HHH Madras Curry Sauce (315g)
* Keswick Market Curry Sauce (315g)
* Lurch Sauce (150ml)
* Hot Stuff Chilli Sauce (250g)
* Hot Coriander Sauce (310g)
* Caramelised Red Onion Chutney (220g)
* Kashmiri Chilli Pickle (215g)
* HHH Hell Hot Habanero (180g)
* Hot Goan Curry Paste (190g)
* North Indian Curry Paste (190g)
* Queen Naga (190g)
* Garlic Pickle (190g)
* Lime Pickle (200g)
* Brinjal Pickle (220g)
* King Naga (185g)
* Habanero Chilli Jam (210g)
* Tamarind Chipotle Chutney (230g)
* Tomato and Nigella Chutney (222g)
* Mango Chutney (235g)
* Banana Habanero (220g)
* Chilli Jam (220g)

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Mr Vikki’s Hot Stuff Chilli Sauce (250g):

Specific batch codes: 1824, 2324, 3324, Best before: October 2026, November 2026, January 2027

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Fireaway:

* Fireaway BBQ Sauce Dip Pot (25g): Best before: December 31, 2024 and January 31, 2025
* Fireaway Garlic & Herb Sauce Dip Pot (25g): Best before: October 31, 2024, November 30, 2024, December 31, 2024

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Legendary Sauce Co:

* Legendary Sauce Co Habanero Wholegrain Mustard: Pack size 190g

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Favourit:

* Favourit Cajun Seasoning (500g)
* Favourit Fajita Seasoning (500g)
* Favourit Mild Curry Powder (500g)
* Favourit Medium Curry Powder (500g)
* Favourit Hot Curry Powder (500g)
* Favourit Cajun Seasoning (50g)
* Favourit Fajita Seasoning (50g)
* Favourit Hot Curry Powder (50g)
* Favourit Medium Curry Powder (40g)

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Dunnes Stores:

* Dunnes Stores Mild Curry Powder (36g)
* Dunnes Stores Cajun Seasoning (35g)
* Dunnes Stores Medium Madras Curry Powder (36g)
* Dunnes Stores Hot Curry Powder (36g)
* Dunnes Stores Black Mustard Seeds (50g)

Importance of Checking Product Labels

This recall highlights the importance of checking product labels carefully before consuming any food items. Consumers with peanut allergies are urged to exercise extreme caution and to check the labels of all food products they purchase. If you have purchased any of the products listed above, it is strongly advised to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Stay Informed and Safe

To stay updated on food recalls and safety information, it is recommended to regularly check the websites of the Food Standards Agency (FSA) and the relevant retailers. It is crucial to prioritize food safety and to take necessary precautions to protect yourself and your family.