Ready Brek and Tesco Porridge Recalled Over Possible Flour Beetle Presence

Ready Brek Original and Tesco Super Smooth Porridge are being recalled in Ireland because specific batches may contain flour beetles. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) has advised consumers not to eat any affected packs and retailers to remove the products from sale.

The food recall Ireland alert, published on 13 October 2026, concerns selected Ready Brek Original products and Tesco Super Smooth Porridge manufactured in the United Kingdom. Consumers should check the pack size and best-before date before eating either product.

Products included in the recall

The FSAI classifies the notice as a Category 1 alert for action. The affected products are listed below.

The source notice does not provide individual batch codes or barcodes in the published product table. Consumers should therefore identify the product by its brand, name, pack size and best-before date.

Why the porridge products have been recalled

The products are being recalled due to the possible presence of flour beetle. The FSAI states that this would render the implicated products unfit for human consumption.

This is a product recall rather than an allergen alert. The notice does not identify milk, gluten, nuts or any other undeclared allergen as the reason for the action.

What consumers should do

Anyone who has bought one of the affected products should check the best-before date against the list above. If the pack matches the listed details, consumers are advised not to eat it.

• Do not consume an affected pack of Ready Brek Original or Tesco Super Smooth Porridge.
• Check the product name, pack size and best-before date carefully.
• Keep the product separate from other food while deciding how to handle it.
• Follow the retailer’s or manufacturer’s instructions about returning the product or seeking further assistance.

The FSAI notice does not state whether a receipt is required, whether a refund is guaranteed or whether the product must be returned to the original store. Consumers should contact the relevant retailer for return and refund information.

Retailer and industry action

The official alert asks retailers to remove the affected batches from sale and display recall notices at points of sale. The notice specifically identifies Tesco Super Smooth Porridge among the affected products, but it does not provide a complete list of individual Irish stores or other confirmed retailers.

Retailers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers and manufacturers handling the implicated products are also covered by the recall action. Products with different pack sizes or best-before dates are not identified in the notice and should not be treated as affected unless a further official update is issued.

Frequently asked questions

Which food products have been recalled?

The recall covers specific dates of Ready Brek Original in 750g and 450g packs, together with Tesco Super Smooth Porridge in 750g packs.

What food has been recalled in Ireland?

The FSAI alert concerns the listed Ready Brek and Tesco porridge products supplied from the United Kingdom. The affected date markings are shown in the table above.

Can I eat a pack with a different best-before date?

The alert identifies only the dates listed in the notice. Do not eat a matching pack, and check official FSAI or retailer updates for any later expansion or correction.

What should I do if I have already eaten the product?

The official notice advises consumers not to eat the implicated batches but does not provide specific medical advice. Anyone concerned after consuming the product should seek appropriate advice from a healthcare professional.

Key takeaway for consumers

This food product recall Ireland alert affects selected Ready Brek Original and Tesco Super Smooth Porridge packs that may contain flour beetles. Check the pack size and food recall best-before date now, and do not eat any product matching the listed details. The FSAI and retailers should be checked for any subsequent update to the recall.