The Recall Desk
HighUSDA FSIS·059-2015·Announced 2015-04-11

Corn Maiden Foods Recalls Beef and Pork Products for Undeclared Soy Allergen

Corn Maiden Foods is recalling approximately 15,600 pounds of pork and beef products because they contain undeclared hydrolyzed soy protein, a known allergen.

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 mislabeling of a common allergen (soy) and the source explicitly states that no illnesses or injuries have been reported, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Corn Maiden Foods, Inc., a Harbor City, California establishment, is recalling approximately 15,600 pounds of pork tamales, pork Yucatan, and beef brisket taquitos. The recall was issued because the products contain hydrolyzed soy protein, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.

The affected items were produced between April 9, 2014, and April 8, 2015. Specific products include 20.625 lb. and 9.375 lb. cases of Tamales with Pork Sante Fe Green Chile, 24 lb. cases of Border Grill Pork Yucatan, and 15 lb. cases of Border Grill Beef Brisket Taquitos. These products bear the establishment number EST. 20949 inside the USDA mark of inspection and were shipped to hotels, restaurants, and institutional locations in California.

The issue was discovered by FSIS in-plant personnel during routine verification activities. FSIS and the company have received no reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Consumers with questions can contact Corn Maiden Foods, Inc., or the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline.

The recalled product

Product
Corn Maiden Foods, Inc. Recalls Beef and Pork Products Due To Misbranding and an Undeclared Allergen
Brand
Corn Maiden Foods, Inc.

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state:

Same brand · Corn Maiden Foods, Inc.