The FDA reported that Turkana Food Inc. (Kenilworth, NJ) is recalling 858 cases of Aleppo Tahini Sesame Paste because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The Recalled Aleppo Tahini Sesame Paste was distributed in FL, KY, VA, NY, NJ, TN, MA, TX, Il, IN, MI, RI, PA, NC, MD, VA, OH, AL, MO, CA. The Recalled 1lb (16oz) plastic jar with Brand name Aleppo Sesame Paste Tahini. The product packaging is a 16oz plastic jar with a gold lid and gold label marked Aleppo Sesame Paste Tahini. No reported illnesses have been confirmed as of 02/05/2025. The recall was the result of a routine sampling performed by the Ohio Department of Agriculture, which revealed that the finished products contained Salmonella. The company has ceased production and distribution of the products as the FDA and the company continues their investigation into what caused the problem. @ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/turkana-food-inc-recalls-aleppo-tahini-sesame-paste-1lb-16oz-because-possible-health-risk
