In recent months, Aldi has issued several food recalls across the United States, impacting a range of popular products. While the company is known for its commitment to quality and safety, these recalls highlight the importance of staying informed about potential risks in your pantry.
Major Recalls in 2025
1. Casa Mamita Chicken & Cheese Taquitos
- Reason: Possible metal contamination
- Details: 20-oz boxes (UPC 4061459337471) with best-by dates of 07/03/25 and 09/25/25 were recalled in July 2025. The recall affects customers in 37 states, and Aldi has urged shoppers to discard the product immediately.
- Advice: Do not consume the taquitos. Return them to your local Aldi for a full refund.
2. Casa Mamita Churro Bites Filled with Chocolate Hazelnut Cream
- Reason: Undeclared milk allergen
- Details: The recall, announced in June 2025, affects 7.05-ounce boxes with lot number 01425 and “Best If Used By” date of July 14, 2025. The product was sold in 13 states. The labeling error could pose a serious risk for those with milk allergies.
- Advice: If you have a milk allergy, do not eat these churro bites. Return them for a refund. No illnesses have been reported so far.
3. Inspired Cuisine Baby Potatoes with Herbs and Butter
- Reason: Undeclared milk allergen
- Details: All date codes up to and including July 1, 2025, are affected. The product contains milk, which was not listed on the label, posing a risk to those with milk allergies or intolerances.
- Advice: Customers with milk allergies should not eat this product and should return it for a refund.
4. Happy Farms by Aldi Colby Jack Finely Shredded Cheese
- Reason: Metal fragment contamination
- Details: 12-ounce pouches with item number 170374 and best-by dates of July 13 and 14, 2025, were recalled in four states (Connecticut, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania). The recall was classified as Class II, meaning consumption could cause serious health concerns.
- Advice: Do not eat the cheese if you have it. Dispose of it or contact Aldi or the manufacturer for further instructions.
5. Park Street Deli Pork Carnitas
- Reason: Potential contamination with foreign material
- Details: This product was pulled from shelves in April 2025 out of caution. Some customers noted the carnitas had already expired when the recall was issued.
Why Are These Recalls Happening?
Food recalls can result from:
- Allergen labeling errors (such as missing milk warnings)
- Possible contamination with foreign materials like metal fragments
- Potential bacterial contamination (as seen in other Aldi recalls internationally)
Aldi states that it responds quickly to any quality or safety concerns, removing affected products from shelves and informing customers as soon as possible.
What Should You Do?
- Check your pantry and fridge for any of the recalled products listed above.
- If you own a recalled item, do not eat it. Return it to Aldi for a full refund.
- If you have allergies, always double-check labels and stay updated on recall alerts.
For more information, you can visit Aldi’s official recall page or check government food safety websites for the latest updates.
Food recalls can be scary, but Aldi’s quick action helps keep shoppers safe. Always stay alert for recall news—better to be safe than sorry, even if it means missing out on your favorite snack for a while.
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