• 2-lb. packages containing “H-E-B SMOKEHOUSE FULLY COOKED SMOKED S…
Recalled by an unnamed company
Meat & poultry recall
Recalled product
Class II — moderate
Using this product might cause a temporary or medically reversible health problem. The chance of serious harm is low.
The recalling company has recalled • 2-lb. packages containing “H-E-B SMOKEHOUSE FULLY COOKED SMOKED S…, according to data published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA FSIS). The recall was reported on July 21, 2023 and was initiated on July 21, 2023. 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 USDA record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers • 2-lb. packages containing “H-E-B SMOKEHOUSE FULLY COOKED SMOKED S…, with approximately 2,684-lbs of product recovered affected. The company behind the recall is The recalling company, based in Texas. The USDA describes the product as: “• 2-lb. packages containing “H-E-B SMOKEHOUSE FULLY COOKED SMOKED SEASONED PULLED PORK WITH BBQ SAUCE” with lot code “3135” represented on the label, and Best By Dates 8/18/2023, 8/25/2023, and 9/1/2023.”
According to the official notice, the recalled product was sold at H-E-B stores. If you shop there, check your purchases against the details below.
Why was • 2-lb. packages containing “H-E-B SMOKEHOUSE FULLY COOKED SMOKED S… recalled?
According to the USDA, the stated reason for the recall is: “Misbranding, Unreported Allergens. WASHINGTON, July 21, 2023 – Nuevo Garcia Foods, LLC, a San Antonio, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 4,784 pounds of pulled pork product due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection S….” In plain terms, this recall relates to an undeclared ingredient or allergen.
An undeclared ingredient means a food contains something — often a major allergen such as milk, eggs, soy, wheat, peanuts, or tree nuts — that is not listed on the label. For most people this is not dangerous, but for someone with a food allergy or sensitivity it can trigger a serious reaction. Accurate labeling is required so that people can avoid ingredients they need to stay away from.
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought • 2-lb. packages containing “H-E-B SMOKEHOUSE FULLY COOKED SMOKED S…, compare it against the product description and identifying codes before using it.
The general guidance for a matching product is to stop using it and follow the instructions in the official USDA recall notice, which may include a repair, replacement, refund, or safe disposal. When in doubt, contact The recalling company or your local health authority.
About this recall
This recall was distributed in Texas. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public USDA data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the USDA 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 most to anyone with a food allergy or sensitivity to the ingredient that wasn't listed on the label. For everyone else this product is generally safe to eat — the danger is specific to people avoiding that ingredient, who had no way to know it was there.
The official notice names H-E-B among the places this product was sold, so if you shop there it's worth a look in your kitchen, pantry, or garage.
What undeclared ingredient or allergen actually means
An undeclared ingredient means a food contains something — often a major allergen such as milk, eggs, soy, wheat, peanuts, or tree nuts — that is not listed on the label. For most people this is not dangerous, but for someone with a food allergy or sensitivity it can trigger a serious reaction. Accurate labeling is required so that people can avoid ingredients they need to stay away from.
In this case, the concern applies specifically to • 2-lb. packages containing “H-E-B SMOKEHOUSE FULLY COOKED SMOKED S… — 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
USDA-inspected meat and poultry carry an establishment number inside the round USDA mark of inspection, usually on the front of the package or on the sealed edge. Lot codes and pack dates are typically printed near that mark.
Compare what you find against the product details listed above. If the codes don't match, your item isn't part of this recall.
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 the manufacturer or your local health department.
Full recall details
- Status
- Completed
- Date reported
- July 21, 2023
- Recall started
- July 21, 2023
- Distributed in
- Texas
Misbranding, Unreported Allergens. WASHINGTON, July 21, 2023 – Nuevo Garcia Foods, LLC, a San Antonio, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 4,784 pounds of pulled pork product due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.Show full text ▾
Misbranding, Unreported Allergens. WASHINGTON, July 21, 2023 – Nuevo Garcia Foods, LLC, a San Antonio, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 4,784 pounds of pulled pork product due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The product may contain soy lecithin, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label. The fully cooked, pulled pork product was produced on May 15, 2023. The following product is subject to recall [view labels]: 2-lb. packages containing “H-E-B SMOKEHOUSE FULLY COOKED SMOKED SEASONED PULLED PORK WITH BBQ SAUCE” with lot code “3135” represented on the label, and Best By Dates 8/18/2023, 8/25/2023, and 9/1/2023. The products subject to recall bear establishment number “13205-A” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to an H-E-B warehouse for distribution to retail locations in Texas. FSIS inspection personnel discovered the problem during routine label verification review and determined that soy lecithin was not listed on the pulled pork product label when it was used prior to the cooking process. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider. FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers. Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Julie Morrison, VP of Operations, Nuevo Garcia Foods, LLC, at 210-349-6262 Ext. 3102. Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Bobby McGee, President and CEO, Nuevo Garcia Foods, LLC, at 871-235-9060. Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or live chat via Ask USDA from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Consumers can also browse food safety messages at Ask USDA or send a question via email to MPHotline@usda.gov . For consumers that need to report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/ .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 • 2-lb. packages containing “H-E-B SMOKEHOUSE FULLY COOKED SMOKED S… recalled?+
According to the USDA: Misbranding, Unreported Allergens.
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 • 2-lb. packages containing “H-E-B SMOKEHOUSE FULLY COOKED SMOKED S…?+
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. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA FSIS) data for this recall.
Recall number: USDA-032-2023. Information last synced from the FDA on July 31, 2026.