Urgent Seafood Recall: Popular Salmon Product Pulled From Aldi Stores Nationwide
Memorial Day weekend is here, and many Americans are gearing up for backyard cookouts filled with grilled favorites. But if seafood was on your menu, you may need to rethink your plans. A major food recall has been issued for a popular salmon product sold at Aldi stores across California, Nevada, and Arizona, due to an undeclared soy allergen—posing serious risks for those with allergies.
What’s Being Recalled?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that Santa Monica Seafood, a California-based distributor, has voluntarily recalled its Atlantic Salmon Portions with Seafood Stuffing (16 oz packages). The product failed to list soy as an ingredient, which could trigger severe allergic reactions.
Affected Product Details:
- Product Name: Atlantic Salmon Portions with Seafood Stuffing
- Size: 16 oz packages
- Use/Freeze By Date: June 2, 2025
- Where Sold: Aldi stores in CA, NV, AZ
- Issue: Undeclared soy allergen
Why Is This Recall So Serious?
Soy allergies affect millions of Americans, ranging from mild reactions to life-threatening anaphylaxis. Symptoms can include:
- Hives, itching, or swelling
- Stomach cramps, vomiting, or diarrhea
- Wheezing, difficulty breathing
- Anaphylactic shock (a medical emergency)
No illnesses have been reported yet, but the FDA warns consumers to stop eating the product immediately if purchased.
What Should You Do If You Bought This Salmon?
✅ Return it to Aldi for a full refund.
❌ Do NOT consume it—even if no one in your household has a soy allergy.
⚠️ Do NOT feed it to pets or give it away.
This Isn’t the Only Memorial Day Recall
Unfortunately, this salmon recall isn’t the only one disrupting holiday plans:
- Khee Trading INC. (Compton, CA) recalled oysters over norovirus contamination fears.
- Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods (Virginia) pulled pre-packaged salads linked to a salmonella outbreak.
Why Do Food Recalls Keep Happening?
Undeclared allergens are the #1 cause of food recalls in the U.S., making up 34% of recalls in 2024. Recent examples include:
- Myprotein’s Double Chocolate Cookies (undeclared milk)
- Trader Joe’s Sesame Miso Salad with Salmon (undeclared sesame)
Final Warning for Shoppers
If you bought Atlantic Salmon Portions with Seafood Stuffing from Aldi in the affected states, check your fridge and freezer for the recalled product. When in doubt, throw it out—better safe than sorry!
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