Salmonella outbreak prompts expanded frozen vegetable recall
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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced an expanded recall of Deep-brand frozen vegetables following an ongoing salmonella outbreak that has sickened 11 people and hospitalized four.
The initial recall began on July 16 when Chetak LLC Group pulled multiple lots of its frozen sprouted beans after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) linked the products to the outbreak.
Since then, the recall has been expanded twice, once on Aug. 22 to include mixed frozen vegetable products and again on Sept. 8 to cover a broader range of beans and fruit and vegetable mixes.
Investigators continue to track the source and scope of contamination while advising consumers to be vigilant.
The products first recalled were Deep Sprouted Mat (Moth) 16-ounce and Deep Sprouted Moong 16-ounce packages, each with specific lot codes including 24330, 25072, 25108, and 24353 among others.
The recall targeted these frozen sprouted beans after a direct link was established to the multi-state salmonella outbreak, prompting urgent safety warnings.
Consumers who purchased these products were advised not to consume them under any circumstances and to dispose of or return them for a full refund.
The FDA emphasized that any surfaces or containers in contact with the beans should be sanitized using hot, soapy water to prevent cross-contamination.
On Aug. 22, the recall widened to include Deep-brand Premium Select Frozen SURTI UNDHIU MIX in 12-ounce packages with lot code IN25158K and a use-by date of Dec. 6, 2026.
This expansion reflected continued concerns over contamination in mixed frozen vegetable products, which had also been distributed nationwide.
Retailers and consumers were again instructed to either return the products or discard them safely. Public health authorities reiterated the importance of carefully cleaning kitchen surfaces and utensils that might have come into contact with the recalled items.
The most recent recall on Sept. 8 now covers a wide variety of Deep-branded frozen fruits and vegetables, adding dozens of items to the warning list.
Also read: Recall notice for a favorite cereal—did you buy the affected batch?
These products were sold across multiple states both in stores and via mail orders, significantly increasing potential exposure.
Authorities stress that even a single product from the expanded list should not be consumed. The FDA continues to investigate to determine the full scope of affected items and to prevent additional cases.
States Affected:
The salmonella outbreak linked to the recalled products has resulted in illnesses across ten states, including
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The CDC urges anyone experiencing symptoms like high fever, persistent diarrhea, bloody stools, or signs of dehydration to contact a healthcare professional immediately.
Salmonella infections typically appear six hours to six days after exposure and commonly cause diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps.
While most healthy individuals recover within four to seven days without treatment, complications can occur in more vulnerable groups.
Authorities recommend proper hygiene and safe food handling practices to prevent further infections. Anyone who has consumed a recalled product and feels ill should seek medical attention and report it to their healthcare provider.
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The initial recall began on July 16 when Chetak LLC Group pulled multiple lots of its frozen sprouted beans after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) linked the products to the outbreak.
Since then, the recall has been expanded twice, once on Aug. 22 to include mixed frozen vegetable products and again on Sept. 8 to cover a broader range of beans and fruit and vegetable mixes.
Investigators continue to track the source and scope of contamination while advising consumers to be vigilant.
The products first recalled were Deep Sprouted Mat (Moth) 16-ounce and Deep Sprouted Moong 16-ounce packages, each with specific lot codes including 24330, 25072, 25108, and 24353 among others.
The recall targeted these frozen sprouted beans after a direct link was established to the multi-state salmonella outbreak, prompting urgent safety warnings.
Consumers who purchased these products were advised not to consume them under any circumstances and to dispose of or return them for a full refund.
The FDA emphasized that any surfaces or containers in contact with the beans should be sanitized using hot, soapy water to prevent cross-contamination.
Salmonella outbreak prompts expanded frozen vegetable recall. Image source: US Food and Drug Administration
On Aug. 22, the recall widened to include Deep-brand Premium Select Frozen SURTI UNDHIU MIX in 12-ounce packages with lot code IN25158K and a use-by date of Dec. 6, 2026.
This expansion reflected continued concerns over contamination in mixed frozen vegetable products, which had also been distributed nationwide.
Retailers and consumers were again instructed to either return the products or discard them safely. Public health authorities reiterated the importance of carefully cleaning kitchen surfaces and utensils that might have come into contact with the recalled items.
The most recent recall on Sept. 8 now covers a wide variety of Deep-branded frozen fruits and vegetables, adding dozens of items to the warning list.
Also read: Recall notice for a favorite cereal—did you buy the affected batch?
These products were sold across multiple states both in stores and via mail orders, significantly increasing potential exposure.
Authorities stress that even a single product from the expanded list should not be consumed. The FDA continues to investigate to determine the full scope of affected items and to prevent additional cases.
States Affected:
The salmonella outbreak linked to the recalled products has resulted in illnesses across ten states, including
- Connecticut
- Florida
- Illinois
- Massachusetts
- Minnesota
- New Jersey
- Pennsylvania
- Tennessee
- Virginia
- Washington.
Also read: Nationwide recall for a popular deodorant—could yours be among them?
The CDC urges anyone experiencing symptoms like high fever, persistent diarrhea, bloody stools, or signs of dehydration to contact a healthcare professional immediately.
Salmonella infections typically appear six hours to six days after exposure and commonly cause diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps.
While most healthy individuals recover within four to seven days without treatment, complications can occur in more vulnerable groups.
Authorities recommend proper hygiene and safe food handling practices to prevent further infections. Anyone who has consumed a recalled product and feels ill should seek medical attention and report it to their healthcare provider.
Read next: Frozen sprouted beans recalled after salmonella outbreak—check your freezer now
