Frozen Burrito Recall: What You Need to Know
More than 90,000 pounds of frozen breakfast burritos and wraps are being pulled from distribution after testing revealed possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that can cause serious illness.
M.C.I Foods Inc., based in Santa Fe Springs, California, announced the recall of approximately 91,585 pounds of ready-to-eat burrito and wrap products that contain egg, according to a statement released Saturday, Oct. 18, by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).
The products were manufactured between Sept. 17 and Oct. 14, 2025, and distributed to foodservice institutions across the United States. While many of the items were originally believed to be part of meals provided through the USDA’s National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs, officials later clarified that the affected products were not included in government-supplied food programs.
“Some products may have been distributed to schools through commercial sales,” FSIS said in an updated statement on Oct. 20.
Products Included in the Recall
The recall affects several popular breakfast burrito and wrap brands, including El Mas Fino, Los Cabos, and Midamar. The full list of recalled products includes:
El Mas Fino Egg, Ham, and Cheese Breakfast Burrito
El Mas Fino Egg, Sausage, and Cheese Breakfast Burrito
Los Cabos Sausage, Egg & 3 Cheese Breakfast Burrito
Los Cabos Egg, Cheese, Potato & Cooked Sausage Crumbles (Made with Turkey) Breakfast Wrap
Los Cabos Egg, Cheese & Cooked Sausage Crumbles (Made with Turkey) Breakfast Wrap
Los Cabos Cheese, Cooked Sausage Crumbles (Made with Turkey) & Egg Breakfast Wrap
Midamar Egg, Cheese & Beef with Sausage Seasoning Breakfast Wrap
Consumers can identify the affected items by checking the USDA inspection mark. The recalled burritos and wraps bear establishment numbers “EST. 1162A” or “P-5890A” printed inside the inspection seal.
Images of the recalled product labels are available on the USDA website.
How the Contamination Was Discovered
According to FSIS, M.C.I Foods detected the issue during routine sampling and testing of ingredients supplied by external vendors. Those tests revealed the potential presence of Listeria monocytogenes, prompting the company to initiate the recall as a precautionary measure.
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them,” FSIS said. “These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
So far, no confirmed illnesses have been linked to the recalled burritos or wraps. However, health officials are urging consumers to take the recall seriously due to the potential severity of listeria infections.
What Is Listeria and Why It Matters
Listeria monocytogenes is a harmful bacterium that can cause a serious infection known as listeriosis. While healthy individuals may experience mild symptoms, such as fever, muscle aches, and gastrointestinal distress, the infection can be far more dangerous for vulnerable populations.
Pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems are at the greatest risk. In severe cases, listeriosis can lead to miscarriages, stillbirths, or life-threatening complications such as sepsis and meningitis.
Because Listeria can survive and even grow in cold environments, freezing does not eliminate the bacteria. That’s why FSIS stresses that affected items should not be eaten even if they appear fully cooked or have been stored at proper temperatures.
Where the Products Were Distributed
The recalled burritos and wraps were shipped to a range of foodservice institutions across the United States, including schools, cafeterias, and other bulk food providers. While the updated USDA statement confirmed the products were not officially distributed as part of federal school meal programs, some commercial vendors supplying schools may have received affected shipments.
Consumers and foodservice operators who purchased bulk quantities are urged to check their freezers for the establishment numbers listed above and discard any matching products immediately.
What Consumers Should Do
Anyone who has purchased or served the recalled burritos is advised to:
Check labels for establishment numbers “EST. 1162A” or “P-5890A.”
Discard or return any matching products to the point of purchase.
Clean and sanitize any surfaces or containers that may have come into contact with the products.
Contact a healthcare provider if you believe you may have become ill after consuming the recalled food.
Consumers with additional questions can contact M.C.I Foods Inc. or visit the FSIS website for ongoing updates.
At this time, the USDA has not reported any confirmed illnesses tied to the recall, but the agency will continue to monitor the situation.
As food recalls related to Listeria monocytogenes have risen in recent years, officials emphasize that proper food handling, refrigeration, and awareness remain key to preventing food-borne illness.
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