Introduction to the Recall
Sabrositos Hondurenos, LLC, based in Edison, N.J., is recalling about 32,000 pounds of meat products after federal officials discovered they were produced without the required USDA inspection and carried false inspection labels, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced Wednesday.
Affected Products
The recall covers a variety of products, including chorizo, pork chops, and ribs, sold under the “OLANCHO” brand. Packages carried a fake USDA inspection mark with the nonexistent establishment number “EST. 1785.”
List of Recalled Products
The following products are part of the recall:
- 14-oz. vacuum-sealed packages of “OLANCHO Chorizo Suelto Olanchano SABROCITOS HONDUREÑOS”
- 14-oz. packages of “OLANCHO Chuleta Ahumada Olanchana SABROCITOS HONDUREÑOS” (smoked pork chops)
- 14-oz. packages of “OLANCHO Chorizo Ahumado Olanchano SABROCITOS HONDUREÑOS” (smoked chorizo)
- 14-oz. packages of “OLANCHO Chorizo Olanchano Criollo SABROCITOS HONDUREÑOS” (cased homestyle chorizo)
- 14-oz. packages of “OLANCHO Chorizo Parrillero SABROCITOS HONDUREÑOS” (smoked BBQ spicy chorizo)
- 14-oz. packages of “OLANCHO Costilla Ahumada Olanchana SABROCITOS HONDUREÑOS” (smoked ribs)
Reason for the Recall
The issue came to light during routine FSIS surveillance when investigators found products in commerce with fraudulent inspection marks. No illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported, but FSIS warns that consuming uninspected meat could pose health risks, including exposure to harmful bacteria or undeclared allergens.
What to Do with Recalled Meat
If you have recalled meat, you should:
- Do not eat the recalled products.
- Throw it away or return it to the place of purchase.
Restaurants should not serve the affected items and should also dispose of them. A list of retail locations that received the products will be posted on the FSIS website as it becomes available.
Contact Information
For questions, consumers can contact Diego Funez Garrido, owner of Sabrositos Hondurenos, LLC, at 908-274-4206 or the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-674-6854. Email MPHotline@usda.gov, or file a report online at foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF
Conclusion
The recall of Sabrositos Hondurenos, LLC, products is a significant food safety issue, and consumers should take immediate action to avoid potential health risks. By not consuming the recalled products and disposing of them properly, individuals can protect themselves from potential harm.
FAQs
Q: What products are being recalled?
A: The recall includes various meat products sold under the “OLANCHO” brand, such as chorizo, pork chops, and ribs.
Q: Why are the products being recalled?
A: The products were produced without the required USDA inspection and carried false inspection labels.
Q: What should I do if I have recalled meat?
A: Do not eat the recalled products, and either throw them away or return them to the place of purchase.
Q: Are there any reported illnesses or adverse reactions?
A: No illnesses or adverse reactions have been reported, but consuming uninspected meat can pose health risks.
Q: How can I contact the company or report a complaint?
A: You can contact Diego Funez Garrido, owner of Sabrositos Hondurenos, LLC, at 908-274-4206, or the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-674-6854, or file a report online at foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF.
