Lidl recalls pork scratchings over salmonella fears

The Sol & Mar Chicharricos BBQ Pork Scratchings with best-before dates ranging from August 5 to August 12 fall under this.

In a statement, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) said: “Lidl GB is recalling the above product.

“Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product.

Friday 28 March: @LidlGB recalls Sol & Mar Chicharricos BBQ Pork Scratchings because of possible contamination with Salmonella #FoodAlert https://t.co/VqpH7MyV9R pic.twitter.com/b6sWSD5DZM

— Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) March 28, 2025

“These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product.”

They added: “If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to your nearest store for a full refund.

“For more information contact Customer Care on customer.care@lidl.co.uk or 0203 966 5566.”

Salmonella is a bacteria that causes food poisoning, which can lead to symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach cramps, nausea and fever.

Symptoms usually develop around 12 to 72 hours after exposure.

If your symptoms are severe or last more than a week, you should consult a doctor.

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If there is a problem with a food product that means it should not be sold, then it might be ‘withdrawn’ (taken off the shelves) or ‘recalled’ (when customers are asked to return the product).

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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.