A popular seafood product sold at Aldi has been pulled from store shelves following a safety alert issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Here’s everything you need to know about the recall, how to identify the affected item, and what to do if you’ve already purchased it.
What Was Recalled and Why?
Santa Monica Seafood of Rancho Dominguez, California, has voluntarily recalled its Atlantic Salmon Portions with Seafood Stuffing sold at Aldi due to the presence of undeclared soy—a major allergen. Soy must legally be disclosed on food labels, as it can cause serious or life-threatening allergic reactions in individuals with a soy allergy or severe sensitivity.
The issue was discovered during a routine inspection of label proofs, where the supplier identified that soy was not listed on the product packaging. As of the FDA’s announcement, no illnesses have been reported.
Where Was the Recalled Salmon Sold?
The affected product was distributed to Aldi stores in California, Nevada, and Arizona. Customers in other states, including Ohio, are not affected by this recall.
How to Identify the Recalled Product
- Product Name: Atlantic Salmon Portions with Seafood Stuffing
- Size: 16 oz.
- Label Description: “Fresh Never Frozen Stuffed Salmon”
- Use/Freeze By Date: June 2, 2025
- UPC Code: 4061459716313
- Brand: Aldi
- Location on Packaging: Date code is printed on the white portion of the label beneath the product image.
A photo of the packaging is available on the FDA’s recall page for visual confirmation.
What to Do If You Bought the Recalled Salmon
If you have this product in your refrigerator or freezer, do not consume it. You can return it to your local Aldi store for a full refund, no receipt required.
For questions or additional information, consumers may contact Santa Monica Seafood directly at 1-800-969-8862, available Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PST.
Other Seafood Alerts: Norovirus in Oysters
In a separate warning, the FDA has also issued an alert for frozen, raw half-shell oysters from South Korea after reports of norovirus-related illness in California. These oysters, tied to Lot Code B250130, were imported by Khee Trading and Ocean Group Inc., and distributed across 10+ U.S. states.
Consumers and retailers are advised to avoid, discard, and not serve the affected oysters.
Final Thoughts
If you or someone in your household has a soy allergy, it’s especially important to check your freezer for the recalled Aldi Atlantic Salmon Portions with Seafood Stuffing. Though no adverse reactions have been reported, the risk posed by an undeclared allergen can be serious. Stay informed and safe by always reading food labels and following up on FDA alerts for product recalls.
