Ashoka Masala Paneer Kathi Roll has been recalled in parts of Canada because the product contains sesame seeds that are not declared on the label, posing a potential health risk to consumers with a sesame allergy.
The recall affects products distributed in Alberta and British Columbia and applies to both retail and food-service settings.
The affected product is:
The product is being recalled because it contains sesame, a regulated food allergen, that is not declared on the label.
Consumers with a sesame allergy could unknowingly eat the product and experience an allergic reaction, which can range from mild symptoms to a serious or potentially life-threatening reaction.
Consumers should check their refrigerators and freezers for the affected Ashoka Masala Paneer Kathi Roll.
The recalled product should not be consumed, served, sold or distributed. Anyone who has purchased the affected product should discard it or return it to the place of purchase.
Food safety reminder: Undeclared allergens can turn an otherwise routine packaged food into a significant health risk. Accurate allergen labelling is particularly important for ready-to-eat foods, where consumers may not have an opportunity to identify the allergen before consumption.