Woolworths Cooked and Peeled Cocktail Prawns 1kg have been recalled
A Woolworths frozen prawns recall just days before Christmas has been expanded to all but one state over fears of contamination.
The recall for the Woolworths-branded Cooked and Peeled Cocktail Prawns was issued on Wednesday - just two days before December 25.
The recall said the popular Christmas Day delicacy was on shelves in Victoria, South Australia, the Northern Territory and Western Australia, as well at Woolworths Metro stores in Victoria.
But an update has revealed the impacted prawns were also available to buy at Woolworths stores in New South Wales, Tasmania and the ACT.
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The prawns originate from Thailand and the recall was due to potential microbial contamination . Food Standards Australia listed the food safety hazard as products with potential microbial contamination may cause illness if consumed. The Woolworths-branded cocktail prawns are were purchased at Woolworths stores in VIC, SA, NT and WA and at Woolworths Metro stores in VIC. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice and should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, Food Standards website recommended. It is the third product recall for the supermarket giant this month, following Macro Almond, Brazil and Cashew Spread 250g and Hasbro Nerf Micro Shots Hammershot Assorted.
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