Mexican jalapenos tied to Salmonella outbreak in 27 US states

Aug 5 - U.S. health officials are investigating a Salmonella outbreak linked to Mexican jalapeno peppers that has sickened 345 people in 27 states, prompting supplier Coast Citrus Distributors to recall peppers sent to restaurants including Chipotle Mexican Grill and QDOBA.

Mexican jalapenos tied to Salmonella outbreak in 27 US states  Reuters

An outbreak of salmonella has prompted Chipotle Mexican Grill to remove jalepenos from some restaurants, according to a statement from the chain restaurant. The company said Tuesday it voluntarily pulled the jalapenos after learning of the investigation. The peppers have been replaced with product from different grower