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Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. Recalls Chicken Fried Rice Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. Chicken Fried Rice… was recalled on February 19, 2026 in cooperation with the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service because product Contamination. Editor’s Note: Mar. 9, 2026 – The product list in the expanded recall (See Recall 005-2026-EXP ) was updated to…

Is my unit affected?

1.53-kg. cardboard packages containing 6 bags of frozen “AJINOMOTO YAKITORI CHICKEN WITH JAPANESE-STYLE FRIED RICE” with BEST BEFORE/MEILLEUR AVANT dates 26 SE 09 through 26 NO 12.; 20-oz. (1 lb. 4 oz.) plastic bag packages containing frozen “TRADER JOE’S Chicken Fried Rice with stir fried rice, vegetables, seasoned dark chicken meat and eggs” with BEST BY dates 9/8/2026 through 11/17/2026.

Model, lot & date codes to check

1.53-kg. cardboard packages containing 6 bags of frozen “AJINOMOTO YAKITORI CHICKEN WITH JAPANESE-STYLE FRIED RICE” with BEST BEFORE/MEILLEUR AVANT dates 26 SE 09 through 26 NO 12.; 20-oz. (1 lb. 4 oz.) plastic bag packages containing frozen “TRADER JOE’S Chicken Fried Rice with stir fried rice, vegetables, seasoned dark chicken meat and eggs” with BEST BY dates 9/8/2026 through 11/17/2026.

Where it was sold: Nationwide

Compare the codes above against the label on your product — usually on the bottom, the back panel, or the packaging. If your unit isn't listed, it is not part of this recall.

What's the hazard?

Product Contamination. Editor’s Note: Mar. 9, 2026 – The product list in the expanded recall (See Recall 005-2026-EXP ) was updated to reflect that products with the listed lot numbers, regardless of best-by date, are subject to the recall. View full product list . View all labels . Editor’s Note: Mar. 3, 2026 – Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc., expanded its recall on March 3, 2026 (See Recall 005-2026-EXP ). The est

Class I is the most serious FDA recall level: using or being exposed to the product could cause serious health problems or death.

Your remedy & how to claim it

Do not consume the product. Throw it away or return it to the place of purchase. Contact the establishment with questions.

Contact: Company Contact Consumer Affairs, Ajinomoto Foods North America (855) 742-5011 customercare@ajinomotofoods.com

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