Massive Frozen Food Recall
A frozen food recall has expanded to nearly 37 million pounds of fried rice and related products due to potential glass contamination. Trader Joe's and Kroger products are affected nationwide, with new items added to the recall list in the last 24 hours. Consumers should check freezers and discard recalled items — refunds available through retailers.
The recall originates from Ajinomoto Foods North America, an Oregon-based food supplier. An investigation by the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) determined that carrots were the likely source of the glass contamination. This discovery was prompted by multiple consumer complaints of finding glass in the frozen food products. Initially, the recall, which began on February 19, 2026, was limited to 3.4 million pounds of frozen chicken fried rice. The situation escalated significantly, expanding to include an additional 33 million pounds of various ready-to-eat and not-ready-to-eat items. The affected products were produced over a 16-month period, from October 21, 2024, to February 26, 2026. Beyond Trader Joe's and Kroger, the recall encompasses several other well-known brands, including Ling Ling, Tai Pei, and Ajinomoto's own house brand. The recalled products are not just fried rice but also include ramen and shu mai dumplings. A full list of the 16 recalled products, along with their lot numbers and expiration dates, is available on the USDA's website. The recall affects products with best-by dates extending from February 28, 2026, through August 19, 2027. While the majority of the recalled items were distributed to retailers across the United States, some of the products were also exported to Canada and Mexico. Despite the large volume of recalled food and the nature of the contamination, there have been no confirmed reports of injury or adverse reactions. Consumers with questions can contact Ajinomoto's consumer affairs division at (855) 742-5011.
