Filippo Berio UK recalls Hot Chilli Pesto because of undeclared fish

Why it was recalled

Filippo Berio UK is recalling its Hot Chilli Pesto because the recipe contains fish that is not declared on the label. Many traditional pesto and chilli sauces use fish-based ingredients such as anchovy for depth of flavour, but any fish content must be spelled out, and here it was not.

For someone with a fish allergy, a jar of pesto is not an obvious place to expect fish, which makes the missing declaration genuinely dangerous rather than a technicality.

Allergens involved: Fish

What this means for you

If you or anyone you cook for is allergic to fish, do not use this pesto; a spoonful stirred through pasta is enough to cause a reaction. Return the jar to the store where you bought it for a full refund. People without a fish allergy can eat the product without harm, though it has been withdrawn from sale for everyone. The official FSA notice carries the authoritative batch details and instructions.

Action taken by the business

Filippo Berio UK is recalling the above product from customers and has been advised to contact the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall. The company has also issued a point-of-sale notice to its customers. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.

Official sources

FSA reference: FSA-AA-25-2026 · Last updated 16 May 2026