Three people in Minnesota and one in New Jersey fell ill between March 10 and May 19.
WASHINGTON — A pistachio-flavored cream is being linked to a salmonella outbreak in two states, federal health officials said Monday.
The outbreak is linked to Emek-brand Pistachio Cream, which was imported into the United States from Turkey.
The spread is a shelf-stable nut butter sold online to restaurants, wholesale distributors and food service businesses nationwide. The affected lot has a use-by date of October 19, 2026, and a production code of 241019. The pistachio cream may be packaged in a 11-pound white tub, according to the notice.
Three people in Minnesota and one in New Jersey fell ill between March 10 and May 19. One person was hospitalized.
The FDA is currently investigating whether this batch is still in distribution or if other products are also affected.
Stores are instructed not to sell, serve or distribute the pistachio cream. They should also wash and sanitize any surfaces or utensils that may have come into contact with the product.
Customers who may have eaten the pistachio cream are advised to monitor for symptoms of salmonella, which include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. Symptoms typically appear six hours to six days after exposure and usually last four to seven days.
Most people recover within a week, but some can become sick enough to be hospitalized. Young children, people older than 65 and those with weakened immune systems are most at risk.
The FDA urges anyone experiencing more serious symptoms, such as a fever over 102 degrees, bloody diarrhea, dehydration or vomiting that prevents fluid intake, to seek immediate medical attention.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.