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) said the affected products are unfit for human consumption and advised consumers not to eat them.
The recall concerns selected Ready brek Original packs and Tesco Super Smooth Porridge made by Weetabix UK. Consumers should check the best-before date on their packaging before using either product.
Food recall Ireland: products affected
The FSAI classified the notice as a Category 1 alert for action. The products originated in the United Kingdom, and the official alert is notification 2026.65, dated Tuesday, 13 October 2026.
| Product | Pack size | Affected best-before dates |
|---|---|---|
| Ready brek Original | 750g | 08/07/2027, 09/07/2027, 29/07/2027, 04/08/2027, 19/08/2027, 20/08/2027, 15/09/2027 and 16/09/2027 |
| Ready brek Original | 450g | 01/07/2027, 02/07/2027, 21/07/2027, 22/07/2027, 18/08/2027, 19/08/2027, 17/09/2027, 22/09/2027 and 01/10/2027 |
| Tesco Super Smooth Porridge | 750g | All dates from 30/06/2027 to 25/08/2027 inclusive |
Why the products have been recalled
Weetabix UK is recalling the specified batches because of the possible presence of flour beetles. The FSAI states that this presence would render the products unfit for human consumption.
This is a product recall rather than a general warning about every Ready brek or Tesco porridge product. The notice applies only to the pack sizes and best-before dates listed above. Consumers should not assume that other batches are included unless an official update confirms an expansion.
What consumers should do
If you have one of the affected products, do not eat it. Check the pack size and best-before date carefully against the FSAI details before deciding whether the product is part of the recall.
- Do not consume an affected pack.
- Keep the product separate from other food while checking the details.
- Follow instructions provided by the retailer or recall notice regarding its return or disposal.
- Check for recall notices displayed at the point of sale.
The FSAI notice does not provide specific information about receipt requirements, refunds or whether a product must be returned to the original store. Consumers should contact the retailer directly for those arrangements.
Retailer and trade instructions
Retailers have been requested to remove the implicated batches from sale and display recall notices at the point of sale. The alert also applies to manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and caterers that may hold the affected products.
The source notice identifies Tesco Super Smooth Porridge as one of the recalled products, but it does not provide a complete list of individual stores or branches. Consumers should therefore rely on the product details, pack size and best-before dates rather than assume that every Tesco location stocked every affected batch.
How to check a recalled food batch
To check whether your porridge is affected, locate the product name, pack size and best-before marking on the packaging. Compare all three details with the official recall information:
- Identify whether the pack is Ready brek Original or Tesco Super Smooth Porridge.
- Confirm whether the size is 450g or 750g, where relevant.
- Read the best-before date printed on the pack.
- Do not eat the product if the date matches the affected list or date range.
Frequently asked questions
Which food products have been recalled?
Specific batches of Ready brek Original in 450g and 750g packs, along with Tesco Super Smooth Porridge in a 750g pack, are affected.
What is the reason for the recall?
The products may contain flour beetles. The FSAI says this would make the implicated products unfit for human consumption.
Can I eat a different batch?
The alert covers only the listed Ready brek dates and Tesco porridge dates from 30 June 2027 to 25 August 2027 inclusive. Do not consume a pack that matches the affected details.
Is a refund available?
The FSAI notice does not confirm refund or receipt arrangements. Contact the relevant retailer for information about returning the product.
Conclusion
This food recall Ireland alert affects specific Ready brek Original and Tesco Super Smooth Porridge products with the listed best-before dates. Check the pack carefully, do not eat an affected product, and contact the retailer for return or refund guidance. Further information should be checked against the latest FSAI food alerts if the notice is updated.