The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Food)·F-1348-2015·Announced 2015-03-04

Frozen Shrimp Empanada Recalled for Undeclared Peanuts in Cumin

Kabobs Inc is recalling Frozen Shrimp Empanadas because the cumin used contained undeclared peanuts. The product was distributed in Florida, Georgia, and Texas.

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: The recall involves allergen mislabeling on a common allergen (peanuts), which corresponds to a severity score of 3 (High) per the rubric, as no illnesses or injuries were reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Kabobs Inc is voluntarily recalling Frozen Shrimp Empanada, 100 count, Ready to cook, Item #K718. The recall was initiated because the cumin used in the manufacturing process was found to contain undeclared peanuts. This is a Class II recall, indicating a situation where there is a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, the violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

The affected product was prepared by Kabob's Acquisition Inc. in Lake City, Georgia. A total of 141 cases (100 count per case) were distributed to retail locations in Florida, Georgia, and Texas. The specific lot code is PM14L07.

Consumers who have purchased this product should check their pantries for the specific item and lot code. If found, they should not consume the product and should contact the recalling firm for a refund or further instructions. Individuals with a peanut allergy should be particularly cautious and avoid the product entirely.

The recalled product

Product
Frozen Shrimp Empanada, 100 count, Ready to cook, Item #K718, Prepared by Kabob's Acquisition Inc., 5423 North Lake Drive, Lake City, Ga. 30260.
Manufacturer
Kabobs Inc

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 (1)

  • K718 -Lot PM14L07

Distribution

Distributed in 3 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 3 recalled by Kabobs Inc under a single FDA (Food) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 3 products in this recall →