The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued an urgent recall for vegetable fried rice produced by Chef à votre service, prompting consumers across the country to check their freezers immediately.
Affected Product Details
The recall specifically targets vegetable fried rice manufactured by the company Chef à votre service. Health authorities discovered potential safety issues during routine inspections, though the exact nature of the contamination or health risk has not been publicly detailed in the initial announcement.
The recall was officially announced on November 20, 2025, with health officials urging consumers who may have purchased the product to either dispose of it immediately or return it to the point of purchase for a full refund.
What Consumers Should Do
Food safety experts recommend that consumers examine their frozen food purchases carefully, particularly any vegetable fried rice products from the affected brand. The MAPAQ (Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation du Québec) is leading the investigation and has released photographs of the product packaging to help with identification.
Anyone who has consumed the recalled product and experiences unusual symptoms should seek medical attention promptly and report their concerns to local health authorities.
Broader Food Safety Context
This recall comes amid increasing attention to food safety protocols across Canada's food manufacturing sector. Regular inspection programs help identify potential issues before they can affect large segments of the population, though occasional recalls remain necessary to protect public health.
The vegetable fried rice recall represents one of several food safety alerts issued in recent months, highlighting the importance of robust quality control measures throughout the food supply chain.
