Four Prepared Meals Recalled Over Possible Listeria Presence

Several prepared meals sold in Ireland have been recalled because of the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) says consumers should not eat the affected batches and should check the product name, use-by date and batch code carefully.

The recall applies to four prepared meal products manufactured in Ireland under approval number IE 4025 EC. The affected meals include Fit Foods, Chef Select and Fresh Choice Kitchen products in 400g and 600g packs.

Quick summary of the food recall Ireland alert

• Alert: FSAI Food Alert 2026.57
• Reason: Possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes
• Country of origin: Ireland
• Action: Do not eat affected products
• Retailer response: Implicated batches are being removed from sale and recall notices displayed at points of sale

Prepared meals included in the recall

Consumers should compare the product name, pack size, use-by date and batch code against the details below. Only the listed combinations are identified in the FSAI notice.

Why have the meals been recalled?

The FSAI says the products are being recalled due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. This is a precautionary food recall Ireland consumers should take seriously, but the wording does not state that every pack is contaminated.

Listeria infection may cause mild flu-like symptoms or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea in healthy people. However, infection can be more serious for vulnerable groups, including pregnant women, infants, older adults and people with weakened immune systems.

The incubation period can vary considerably. According to the FSAI, it averages three weeks but may range from three to 70 days.

What consumers should do

If you have one of the listed products and the matching use-by date and batch code, do not eat it. The official consumer instruction is to avoid consuming the implicated batches.

• Check the product name, pack size, use-by date and batch code.
• Do not eat a product that matches the recalled details.
• Keep the product separate from other food until you can follow the retailer’s instructions.
• Look for the recall notice at the point of sale or contact the retailer for return and refund arrangements.

The FSAI notice does not provide a general receipt policy or a specific refund procedure, so consumers should confirm those details with the shop where the meal was purchased.

Advice for people who may be vulnerable

Pregnant women, infants, older adults and people with weakened immune systems are identified by the FSAI as more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infection. Anyone concerned after consuming an affected product should seek appropriate medical advice.

This notice concerns possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. It does not confirm that a consumer has become infected, and readers should not diagnose themselves based on the recall alone.

Frequently asked questions

Which food products have been recalled?

The affected products are four prepared meals: two Fit Foods meals, Chef Select High Protein Jamaican Jerk Chicken and Fresh Choice Kitchen Roast Chicken Dinner.

How can I check a recalled food batch?

Compare the product’s name, pack size, use-by date and batch code with the FSAI list above. A matching batch code and date means the product should not be eaten.

Are all prepared meals affected?

No. The alert identifies specific products, dates and batch codes. Do not assume that other meals, sizes or dates are included.

Where was the recalled food sold in Ireland?

The source notice does not list individual retailers. Retailers and distributors are instructed to remove the affected batches from sale and display recall notices.

What happens next?

Retailers are expected to remove the implicated batches and display notices at points of sale. Wholesalers and distributors have also been asked to contact affected customers and support the recall process.

The safest approach is to check the identifiers rather than relying only on the product name. If your meal matches one of the listed combinations, do not eat it and contact the retailer about returning it.

This food recall Ireland alert applies to the specific prepared meal batches listed by the FSAI. Check the batch code and use-by date before consuming any matching product, and follow official updates if the notice changes.