Louisiana Fish Fry Products Issues Nationwide Allergy Alert on Undeclared Buttermilk in "Chicken & Fish Bake Seasoned Coating Mix"

DENVER–The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment announced today that Louisiana Fish Fry Products of Baton Rouge, La., has recalled 6-oz. packages of “Chicken & Fish Bake Seasoned Coating Mix” because they may contain buttermilk that is not listed on the label.  Individuals with allergies to milk products run the risk of a serious allergic reaction if they consume this product.

The recalled "Chicken & Fish Bake" was distributed nationwide in retail stores and through mail orders. In Colorado, the product was distributed to Safeway, King Soopers, smaller retail outlets and through Internet sales. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

The product comes in a 6-ounce bag marked with a “Best By” date from Jan. 1, 2008, thru Sept. 25, 2011. Each package also bears the U.S.

Department of Agriculture’s mark of inspection and the establishment number EST P-9018. The recalled meals were produced on Aug. 18, 21 and 28; Sept. 9, 19, 25 and 30; and Oct. 6, 17, 18, 22 and 27.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the buttermilk-containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of buttermilk. Production of the new product with buttermilk included in the ingredient statement has been initiated.

Consumers who have purchased 6-ounce packages of "Chicken & Fish Bake Seasoned Coating Mix" are asked to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-356-2905, Mondays thru Fridays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Standard Time.

The public also may call Daniel Rifkin, Wholesale Food Program manager with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s Consumer Protection Division, at 303-692-3644.