Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. has expanded a recall of various ready-to-eat and frozen chicken and pork products, including fried rice, ramen, and shu mai dumplings, due to potential glass contamination.
The expanded recall now totals a massive 36,987,575 pounds of products distributed nationwide under several brand names.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has received reports of glass found in products, though no confirmed injuries have been reported to date.
Expanded Recall Details
The recall, initiated by Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc., located in Portland, encompasses a wide range of frozen ready-to-eat and not-ready-to-eat chicken and pork fried rice, ramen, and shumai dumpling products.
This expansion follows an earlier recall announced on February 20, which initially covered 3,370,530 pounds of frozen chicken fried rice. The current expansion adds an additional 33,617,045 pounds, bringing the total recalled amount to 36,987,575 pounds.
The affected items were produced between October 21, 2024, and February 26, 2026. Consumers should look for products bearing establishment numbers P-18356, P-18356B, or P-47971. Best-by dates for the recalled products range from February 28, 2026, to August 19, 2027.
Affected Brands and Distribution
The recalled products are sold under multiple brand names, including Ajinomoto, Kroger, Ling Ling, Tai Pei, and Trader Joe’s. These products were distributed to retail stores nationwide. Some Ajinomoto-branded items were also shipped to Canada and Mexico.
Specific examples of items included in the recall are:
- Ajinomoto:
- Tokyo Style Shoyu (Soy Sauce) Ramen With Chicken
- Fried Rice Authentic Japanese Style
- Kroger:
- Chinese Inspirations Chicken Fried Rice
- Ling Ling:
- Restaurant Style Fried Rice Yakitori Chicken
- Tai Pei:
- Chicken Fried Rice
- Trader Joe’s:
- Chicken Fried Rice (Best by dates 03/04/2026 through 02/10/2027)
- Vegetable Fried Rice (Best by dates 02/28/2026 through 11/19/2026)
- Japanese-Style Fried Rice (Best by dates 02/28/2026 through 11/14/2026)
- Chicken Shu Mai (Best by dates 03/13/2026 through 10/23/2026)
A full list of affected products is available on the USDA's website.
The Cause and Safety Information
The recall was initiated after Ajinomoto Foods North America received multiple consumer complaints regarding the presence of glass pieces in their food. FSIS received four specific complaints regarding glass found in products.
An investigation by the company determined that carrots, a vegetable source ingredient, were the likely source of the glass contamination.
As of the notice, there have been no confirmed reports of injuries associated with the consumption of these recalled products. However, FSIS has noted concern that some affected products may still be in consumers' or retailers' freezers.
Urgent Consumer Guidance
Consumers who have purchased any of the affected products are advised not to consume them. The products should be discarded or returned to the point of purchase for a full refund.
Individuals with health concerns related to these products are encouraged to consult their healthcare provider.
Ajinomoto Foods North America stated that it voluntarily recalled the products and affirmed its commitment to safety standards, in addition to its ongoing collaboration with the USDA.