South Korean mushrooms recalled over fears of listeria

The enoki mushrooms could be contaminated with listeria monocytogenes, which may cause severe illness and even death in vulnerable persons.

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Packets of a South Korean brand of mushrooms have been recalled amid fears of a potentially deadly bacteria.

Korea Connections 300g packets of enoki mushrooms with a best before date of August 17 may contain listeria monocytogenes, and the packet itself has no instructions to cook the mushrooms before eating.

The mushrooms are sold at independent and Asian groceries in Western Australia.

The Korea Connections Enoki Mushrooms 300g are sold at independent and Asian grocery stores in WA.

Food Standards Australia, which handles food recalls, said listeria bacteria “may cause severe illness in pregnant women, unborn babies, neonates, the elderly, and individuals who are immunocompromised.”

The general population can also get sick from consuming the bacteria.

Consumers with the mushrooms are urged not to eat them.

The enoki mushroom (flammulina filiformis) is most commonly associated with Japanese cuisine.

“Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice and should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund,” said Food Standards in their recall notice.

Anyone needing more information can contact Korea Connections on 0433 888 639.

The enoki mushroom (flammulina filiformis) is most commonly associated with Japanese cuisine.

Originally published as South Korean mushrooms recalled over fears of listeria