The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-0875-2022·Announced 2022-03-23

Port City Soups Creole Gumbo Recalled for Unapproved Production Process

Port City Soups Creole Gumbo is being recalled because the production process was not approved for acidified foods. The product should not be consumed.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class II recall involving an unapproved production process for acidified foods. While no illnesses have been reported, Class II recalls address situations where serious health consequences are possible, fitting the definition of a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Port City Soups Creole Gumbo is being recalled due to an unapproved production process for acidified foods. The 32-ounce glass mason jars were manufactured by Tony's Tejas Salsa with batch numbers 221301, 222301, 220302, 220402, 222504, 2211901, 221602, 222001, 221102, 212912, 220701, and 222401, with best-by dates ranging from December 29, 2022 to February 16, 2023.

Approximately 92 units were distributed to retail locations in Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee. The production process used does not comply with FDA standards for acidified foods, which may represent a potential food safety risk.

Consumers who have purchased this product should not consume it and should discard it safely. For additional information, consumers may contact the FDA or the manufacturer.

The recalled product

Product
Port City Soups Creole Gumbo 32oz glass mason jar sold by individual unit
Manufacturer
Tony's Tejas Salsa
Hazard
  • improper-acidification

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (20)

  • Batch No: 221301
  • 222301
  • 220302
  • 220402
  • 222504
  • 2211901
  • 221602
  • 222001
  • 221102
  • 212912
  • 220701
  • 222401 Best By Dates: 12/29/22
  • 01/07/23
  • 01/13/23
  • 01/19/23
  • 01/20/23
  • 01/22/23
  • 01/23/23
  • 01/24/23
  • 01/25/23

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.