Item 81153 Kroger Chinese Inspiration Vegetable Fried Rice - Blend…
Recalled by Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc.
Food recall
Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc.
Class II — moderate
Using this product might cause a temporary or medically reversible health problem. The chance of serious harm is low.
Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc. has recalled Item 81153 Kroger Chinese Inspiration Vegetable Fried Rice - Blend…, according to data published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall was reported on April 1, 2026 and was initiated on March 3, 2026. It is classified as a Class II recall, which means using this product might cause a temporary or medically reversible health problem. The chance of serious harm is low.
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the FDA record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers Item 81153 Kroger Chinese Inspiration Vegetable Fried Rice - Blend…, with approximately 905,363 lbs. or 109,741 cases (8.25 lbs. per case) affected. The company behind the recall is Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc., based in Ontario, CA. The FDA describes the product as: “Item 81153 Kroger Chinese Inspiration Vegetable Fried Rice - Blend of long grain rice assorted vegetables & egg. Net wt. 22oz. Retail box UPC 011110041623. Product packaging is flexible bags in a master case or flexible bags in cartons in a master case. There…”
According to the official notice, the recalled product was sold at Kroger stores. If you shop there, check your purchases against the details below.
Why was Item 81153 Kroger Chinese Inspiration Vegetable Fried Rice - Blend… recalled?
According to the FDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Foreign objects are glass varying in size from 1-3cm long and 2-4mm wide.” In plain terms, this recall relates to foreign material.
A foreign material recall means that pieces of something which should not be in food — such as metal, plastic, or glass — may be present. These can pose a choking hazard or cause injury. Recalls like these are issued to remove the affected product before anyone is hurt.
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought Item 81153 Kroger Chinese Inspiration Vegetable Fried Rice - Blend…, compare it against the product description and identifying codes (Best If Use By Dates Range: 03/03/2026 to 01/22/2027 Best By Dates: 3/3/2026 3/11/2026 3/17/2026 4/7/2026 4/22/2026 4/28/2026 5/5/2026 7/15/2026 8/1/2026 8/4/2…) before using it. This recall is currently listed as ongoing.
The general guidance for a matching product is to stop using it and follow the instructions in the official FDA recall notice, which may include a repair, replacement, refund, or safe disposal. When in doubt, contact Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc. or your local health authority.
About this recall
This recall was distributed in CA. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public FDA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the FDA or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Who this recall affects
This recall matters to anyone who bought Item 81153 Kroger Chinese Inspiration Vegetable Fried Rice - Blend… at Kroger. Even if you feel fine, it's worth checking what you have on hand rather than assuming you were missed.
The official notice names Kroger among the places this product was sold, so if you shop there it's worth a look in your kitchen, pantry, or garage.
What foreign material actually means
A foreign material recall means that pieces of something which should not be in food — such as metal, plastic, or glass — may be present. These can pose a choking hazard or cause injury. Recalls like these are issued to remove the affected product before anyone is hurt.
In this case, the concern applies specifically to Item 81153 Kroger Chinese Inspiration Vegetable Fried Rice - Blend… from Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc. — not to the wider category of products. Similar items from other brands aren't part of this recall.
How to check whether you have it
On packaged food, lot codes and best-by dates are usually printed in small date-coding ink on the side seam, the bottom of the package, or near the top seal — not on the front label. The UPC barcode is on the back or bottom.
Compare what you find against the identifying details in this recall: Best If Use By Dates Range: 03/03/2026 to 01/22/2027 Best By Dates: 3/3/2026 3/11/2026 3/17/2026 4/7/2026 4/22/2026 4/28/2026 5/5/2026 7/15/2026 8/1/2026 8/4/2026 8/18/2026 9/3/2026 9/5/2026 10/2/2026 10/13/2026 11/20/2026 11/21/2026 11/22/2026 12/12/2026 12/13/2026 1/5/2027 1/21/2027 1/22/2027
What to do if you already bought it
Do not eat the product, even if it looks and smells normal — contamination is usually invisible.
Return it to the store for a refund, or throw it away in a sealed bag so pets and wildlife can't reach it.
If it touched other food or surfaces, wash those surfaces and your hands with hot soapy water. When in doubt, contact Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc. or your local health department.
Full recall details
- Status
- Ongoing
- Date reported
- April 1, 2026
- Recall started
- March 3, 2026
- Distributed in
- CA
What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was Item 81153 Kroger Chinese Inspiration Vegetable Fried Rice - Blend… recalled?+
According to the FDA: Foreign objects are glass varying in size from 1-3cm long and 2-4mm wide.
How serious is this recall?+
Class II — moderate. Using this product might cause a temporary or medically reversible health problem. The chance of serious harm is low.
What should I do if I have Item 81153 Kroger Chinese Inspiration Vegetable Fried Rice - Blend…?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) data for this recall.
Recall number: H-0598-2026. Information last synced from the FDA on October 9, 2026.