Irish shoppers are being urged to check their fridges and freezers following several food recalls involving products sold through major supermarkets and food retailers.
The affected products include Tesco smoked salmon, Lidl sheep’s cheese, several cooked ham products, K O’Connell smoked salmon and Irish turkey burgers.
The products have been recalled because of the confirmed or possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes or Salmonella, bacteria that can cause serious illness in some people.
Not every pack of the named products is affected. Consumers should carefully check the product name, pack size, batch code and use-by date before deciding whether an item is included in the recall.
The official advice is clear: do not eat any product matching the affected batch and date information.
Food recall Ireland: products shoppers should check
The recalls cover the following products:
- Tesco Finest Scottish Cherrywood Smoked Salmon
- Lidl Deluxe Spanish Castellano Sheep’s Cheese
- Brady Family Wood Smoked Real Irish Ham
- Brady Family Hand Crumbed Real Irish Ham
- Lidl Deluxe Triple Oak Smoked Carved Irish Ham
- Lidl Deluxe Honey Roast Carved Irish Ham
- Tesco Finest Crumbed Shaved Ham
- K O’Connell Fishmongers Smoked Salmon Slices
- Butchers Selection Irish Turkey Burgers Mediterranean Style
Some products have use-by dates that have already passed. However, customers may still have them stored in a freezer.
Other recalled items carry later dates, including a Lidl cheese product with a use-by date in November 2026.
Tesco Finest Scottish Cherrywood Smoked Salmon recalled
Several batches of Tesco Finest Scottish Cherrywood Smoked Salmon have been recalled after Listeria monocytogenes was detected.
Product details
- Product: Tesco Finest Scottish Cherrywood Smoked Salmon
- Pack size: 100g
- Country of origin: Ireland
- Reason for recall: Presence of Listeria monocytogenes
- Retailer: Tesco
Affected Tesco smoked salmon batches
| Batch code | Use-by date |
|---|---|
| 6SHK6146S | 2 July 2026 |
| 4SHK6146S | 5 July 2026 |
| 5SHK6146S | 6 July 2026 |
| 6SHK6146S | 9 July 2026 |
| 2SHK6146S | 10 July 2026 |
| 3SHK6146S | 11 July 2026 |
| 4SHK6146S | 12 July 2026 |
| 5SHK6146S | 13 July 2026 |
| 6SHK6146S | 16 July 2026 |
| 1SHK6146S | 16 July 2026 |
| 2SHK6146S | 17 July 2026 |
| 3SHK6146S | 18 July 2026 |
| 4SHK6146S | 19 July 2026 |
Customers should check both the batch number and use-by date because some batch-code sequences appear against more than one date.
The affected packs should not be eaten, even when the packaging remains sealed or the salmon looks and smells normal.
Lidl Deluxe Spanish Castellano Sheep’s Cheese recalled
Lidl has recalled a specific batch of Deluxe Spanish Castellano Sheep’s Cheese after Listeria monocytogenes was found in the product.
Lidl cheese recall details
- Product: Deluxe Spanish Castellano Sheep’s Cheese
- Pack size: 150g
- Batch code: 100534252
- Use-by date: 8 November 2026
- Country of origin: Spain
- Retailer: Lidl
- Reason for recall: Presence of Listeria monocytogenes
The long use-by date makes this product particularly important to check.
Some customers may have purchased the cheese for future use and could still have an unopened pack stored in the fridge.
Only the specified batch is included. Shoppers should check the batch number rather than relying on the date they purchased it.
Five cooked ham products recalled
Specific batches of five cooked ham products have been recalled because of the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.
The recall includes products from Brady Family, Lidl’s Deluxe range and Tesco Finest.
All of the recalled ham products have a use-by date of 16 July 2026.
Brady Family Wood Smoked Real Irish Ham
- Pack description: Six slices
- Pack size: 80g
- Batch code: 235417
- Use-by date: 16 July 2026
Brady Family Hand Crumbed Real Irish Ham
- Pack description: Six slices
- Pack size: 80g
- Batch codes: 235880 and 235765
- Use-by date: 16 July 2026
Lidl Deluxe Triple Oak Smoked Carved Irish Ham
- Pack description: Five slices
- Pack size: 130g
- Batch code: 235461
- Use-by date: 16 July 2026
Lidl Deluxe Honey Roast Carved Irish Ham
- Pack description: Five slices
- Pack size: 130g
- Batch code: 235473
- Use-by date: 16 July 2026
Tesco Finest Crumbed Shaved Ham
- Pack description: 16 slices
- Pack size: 120g
- Batch code: 235412
- Use-by date: 16 July 2026
Consumers should not eat any pack matching these details.
K O’Connell smoked salmon recall expanded
The recall of K O’Connell Fishmongers Smoked Salmon Slices was expanded to include an additional use-by date.
Product details
- Product: K O’Connell Fishmongers Smoked Salmon Slices
- Pack sizes: 100g, 150g and 320g
- Batch code: SS16726
- Affected use-by dates: 16 July and 17 July 2026
- Reason for recall: Possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes
The original notice covered batch SS16726 with a use-by date of 16 July. An updated notice added products from the same batch with a use-by date of 17 July.
Customers should check all three pack sizes and both dates.
Irish turkey burgers recalled over Salmonella
A batch of Butchers Selection Irish Turkey Burgers Mediterranean Style has been recalled after Salmonella was detected.
Turkey burger recall details
- Product: Butchers Selection Irish Turkey Burgers Mediterranean Style
- Pack size: 400g
- Use-by date: 5 July 2026
- Country of origin: Ireland
- Reason for recall: Presence of Salmonella
Although the use-by date has passed, customers may have frozen the burgers before the date expired.
Freezing does not guarantee that Salmonella has been destroyed. Anyone who has the affected product should not cook or eat it.
Full food recall list
| Product | Pack size | Batch or date information | Food-safety risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Finest Scottish Cherrywood Smoked Salmon | 100g | Selected batches with use-by dates from 2 to 19 July 2026 | Listeria |
| Lidl Deluxe Spanish Castellano Sheep’s Cheese | 150g | Batch 100534252; use by 8 November 2026 | Listeria |
| Brady Family Wood Smoked Real Irish Ham | 80g | Batch 235417; use by 16 July 2026 | Possible Listeria |
| Brady Family Hand Crumbed Real Irish Ham | 80g | Batches 235880 and 235765; use by 16 July 2026 | Possible Listeria |
| Lidl Deluxe Triple Oak Smoked Carved Irish Ham | 130g | Batch 235461; use by 16 July 2026 | Possible Listeria |
| Lidl Deluxe Honey Roast Carved Irish Ham | 130g | Batch 235473; use by 16 July 2026 | Possible Listeria |
| Tesco Finest Crumbed Shaved Ham | 120g | Batch 235412; use by 16 July 2026 | Possible Listeria |
| K O’Connell Fishmongers Smoked Salmon Slices | 100g, 150g and 320g | Batch SS16726; use by 16 or 17 July 2026 | Possible Listeria |
| Butchers Selection Irish Turkey Burgers Mediterranean Style | 400g | Use by 5 July 2026 | Salmonella |
What should shoppers do with recalled food?
Consumers should not eat a product that matches the listed batch and date information.
The safest steps are:
- Check the complete product name.
- Confirm the pack size.
- Compare the batch code.
- Check the use-by date.
- Keep the product away from other food.
- Return it to the retailer or dispose of it securely.
- Clean any fridge shelf or surface it may have touched.
- Wash hands thoroughly after handling it.
Retailers generally display recall notices in affected stores. Customers should follow the individual retailer’s instructions regarding returns and refunds.
Do customers need a receipt?
Return policies are decided by individual retailers.
In many food-recall cases, affected products can be returned without a receipt. Customers should check with the supermarket or store where the item was purchased.
The lack of a receipt should not be used as a reason to eat or retain recalled food.
Can recalled food be eaten if it smells normal?
No.
Food contaminated with Listeria or Salmonella may look, smell and taste completely normal.
A smell test cannot confirm whether the product is safe.
Consumers should follow the batch code and use-by-date information rather than relying on appearance, taste or smell.
Can cooking kill the bacteria?
Thorough cooking can destroy many harmful bacteria, but consumers should not attempt to make an officially recalled product safe by cooking it.
The instruction is not to eat the affected product.
Handling contaminated food may also spread bacteria onto:
- Hands
- Knives
- Chopping boards
- Kitchen worktops
- Fridge shelves
- Plates
- Other food
Returning or securely disposing of the food is the safest option.
Should people check their freezers?
Yes.
Products such as burgers, smoked salmon and sliced ham may have been frozen before their use-by dates.
A product remains affected by a recall even when it has been frozen.
Freezing may stop some bacteria from multiplying, but it does not reliably destroy Listeria or Salmonella.
What is Listeria monocytogenes?
Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause an infection called listeriosis.
Healthy people may develop mild flu-like or gastrointestinal symptoms.
Possible symptoms include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Fever
- Chills
- Muscle aches
- Headache
- Tiredness
The average incubation period is around three weeks, although symptoms can appear between three and 70 days after infection.
Who is most at risk from Listeria?
Listeria can affect anyone, but some groups face a greater risk of severe illness.
These include:
- Pregnant women
- Unborn babies
- Infants
- Older adults
- People with weakened immune systems
- People receiving immune-suppressing treatments
- People with serious underlying health conditions
Pregnant women may experience relatively mild symptoms while the infection creates more serious risks for the pregnancy.
Anyone in a vulnerable group who believes they have eaten an affected product should seek appropriate medical advice, particularly if symptoms develop.
What are the symptoms of Salmonella?
Salmonella commonly causes:
- Diarrhoea
- Fever
- Headache
- Stomach cramps
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Weakness
Symptoms usually appear between 12 and 36 hours after infection, although they can begin between six and 72 hours later.
Most cases last between four and seven days. Some people may experience severe diarrhoea requiring hospital treatment.
Infants, older adults and people with weakened immune systems are more likely to develop serious illness.
What should someone do after eating a recalled product?
Eating a recalled product does not automatically mean that someone will become ill.
Consumers should monitor themselves for symptoms and seek medical advice when necessary.
Medical advice may be especially important where:
- Symptoms are severe
- Diarrhoea continues
- The person cannot keep fluids down
- There are signs of dehydration
- The affected person is pregnant
- A baby or young child becomes unwell
- The person is elderly
- The person has a weakened immune system
Anyone contacting a doctor should explain which product was eaten and approximately when it was consumed.
Should the fridge be cleaned?
Where an affected product has been opened, leaked or touched another item, the surrounding area should be cleaned carefully.
This may include:
- Fridge shelves
- Storage drawers
- Food containers
- Worktops
- Plates
- Knives
- Chopping boards
- Reusable shopping bags
Hands should be washed thoroughly with soap and warm water after handling the recalled product or its packaging.
Are all Tesco and Lidl products affected?
No.
The recall only applies to the named products, pack sizes, batch codes and use-by dates.
There is no general warning against Tesco, Lidl or other products sold by the retailers.
For example, not every Tesco smoked salmon pack is affected, and not every Lidl cheese or ham product is included.
Checking the details carefully prevents unnecessary food waste while ensuring affected batches are not consumed.
Why ready-to-eat food recalls matter
Several affected products, including smoked salmon, sliced ham and cheese, are normally eaten directly from the packaging.
They may not receive additional cooking before consumption.
Listeria can also survive and grow slowly at refrigeration temperatures, making it particularly important to remove affected ready-to-eat products once a recall has been issued.
Frequently asked questions
Which Tesco products have been recalled?
The recalls include selected batches of Tesco Finest Scottish Cherrywood Smoked Salmon and Tesco Finest Crumbed Shaved Ham.
Which Lidl products have been recalled?
The affected Lidl products include Deluxe Spanish Castellano Sheep’s Cheese, Deluxe Triple Oak Smoked Carved Irish Ham and Deluxe Honey Roast Carved Irish Ham.
Have Brady Family ham products been recalled?
Yes. Specific batches of Brady Family Wood Smoked Real Irish Ham and Brady Family Hand Crumbed Real Irish Ham are included.
Has smoked salmon been recalled in Ireland?
Yes. Selected Tesco smoked salmon batches and K O’Connell Fishmongers Smoked Salmon Slices are affected.
Why were the products recalled?
Most were recalled because of the confirmed or possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The turkey burgers were recalled due to Salmonella.
Should customers check their freezers?
Yes. Shoppers may have frozen products before their use-by dates.
Can contaminated food look normal?
Yes. Food containing Listeria or Salmonella may look and smell completely normal.
Can recalled food be given to pets?
No. Recalled food should not be served to people, donated or fed to pets.
Can customers get a refund?
Customers should follow the return and refund instructions issued by the retailer.
Final warning for Irish shoppers
The latest Irish food recalls involve products commonly purchased for sandwiches, lunches, salads, breakfasts and family meals.
Consumers should check their fridges and freezers for:
- Tesco Finest smoked salmon
- Lidl Deluxe sheep’s cheese
- Brady Family sliced ham
- Lidl Deluxe carved ham
- Tesco Finest shaved ham
- K O’Connell smoked salmon
- Butchers Selection turkey burgers
Do not eat an affected product, even if it appears fresh and smells normal.
Checking the batch number and use-by date only takes a few minutes and could prevent a serious infection, particularly among pregnant women, infants, older people and those with weakened immune systems.
