Tesco, the supermarket giant, has issued a product recall for its popular Plant Chef 2 Meat-Free Burgers with Melting Middle. The recall comes after concerns were raised about the burger’s filling, a mixture of mustard and gherkins, which can maintain a high temperature even after cooking. This could lead to burns when consumers bite into the burger.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a warning advising consumers not to eat the burgers and to return them to their local Tesco store for a full refund. The burgers, made from fava bean and pea protein, were marketed as “succulent and tangy” with an “American style mustard and gherkin melt.” However, the hot filling has been likened to “lava” by some consumers who experienced the unpleasant surprise.
The product, which first appeared on shelves in June, has been widely shared on social media and reviewed by vegan blogs. Several consumers took to social media to comment on the molten filling, with one person even stating they “almost burned their mouth” on the burger.
This incident highlights the importance of food safety and the need for manufacturers to ensure their products are safe for consumption. The FSA regularly issues alerts for products that may pose a risk to consumers, urging them to be cautious and follow the advice provided.
The recall of Tesco’s Plant Chef burgers is not an isolated incident. In recent months, there have been other high-profile food recalls, including the recall of 19,000 bags of frozen food from McCain, which failed to meet UK standards. This emphasizes the importance of food safety regulations and the need for manufacturers to prioritize consumer safety in all stages of food production.
