Urgent warning over fried rice sold at major US supermarket

WorldFood
21 Feb 2026 • 12:44 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Millions of pounds of frozen chicken fried rice products are being recalled across the US and Canada due to potential glass contamination.
  • Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc. is withdrawing nearly 3.4 million pounds of products, including Trader Joe's Chicken Fried Rice and Ajinomoto Yakitori Chicken with Japanese-Style Rice.
  • The affected Trader Joe's product has best-by dates from 8 September to 17 November 2026 and the establishment number P-18356.
  • Ajinomoto Yakitori Chicken with Japanese-Style Rice, sold exclusively in Canada, has best-by dates from 9 September to 12 November 2026.
  • The recall was prompted by four consumer complaints of finding glass pieces, though no injuries have been reported; consumers are advised to discard or return the products.

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