Sainsbury’s recalls Lamb Shoulder due to allergy risk

The UK supermarket giant has recalled its own-branded Slow Cooked Lamb Shoulder with Redcurrant Honey and Rosemary Glaze.

The product has a pack size of 400g and a use-by date of January 21, 2026.

The recall is due to the lamb containing milk, which is not mentioned on the label, meaning it is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.

Sainsbury’s recalls Lamb Shoulder due to allergy risk

A spokesman for The Food Standards Agency (FSA) said: “Sainsbury’s is recalling the above product from customers and has contacted the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall.

“The company has also issued a point-of-sale notice to customers, which explains to customers the reason for the recall and how to return the product.

“If you have bought the above product and have an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents, do not eat it.

“Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.”

A statement from Sainsbury’s adds: “We are advising customers who purchased this product not to eat it and return it to their nearest Sainsbury’s store.

“For further details, please visit our website Sainsburys.co.uk/help or you can contact our careline on 0800 636 262.

“We apologise to our customers for any inconvenience caused by this recall.

“The safety and quality of our products is very important to us, and we take all issues regarding the safety of our products seriously.”

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What is a product recall?

If there is a problem with a food product that means it should not be sold, then it might be ‘withdrawn’ (taken off the shelves) or ‘recalled’ (when customers are asked to return the product).

The FSA issues Product Withdrawal Information Notices and Product Recall Information Notices to let consumers and local authorities know about problems associated with food.

In some cases, a ‘Food Alert for Action’ is issued. This provides local authorities with details of specific actions to be taken on behalf of consumers.