Telangana govt prohibits production, sale of mayonnaise prepared from raw eggs for one year

Maynonnaise is commonly used as a side dish or dressing

The Telangana government on October 30 prohibited the production, storage and sale of Mayonnaise prepared from raw eggs for one year with immediate effect following complaints of suspected cause of food poisoning.

"As per the observations during enforcement activities and complaints received from the public, Mayonnaise made from raw eggs is suspected to be a cause of food poisoning in multiple incidents in the past few months," an order by state Commissioner of Food Safety stated.

As per news reports, Mayonnaise made from raw eggs is suspected to be a cause of food poisoning in multiple incidents in the past few months in Telangana.

In 2023, Kerala became the first state to ban the production and storage of mayonnaise made from raw eggs after laboratory tests revealed harmful microorganisms.

Mayonnaise (or Mayo) is a thick, creamy sauce made by emulsifying egg yolks with oil, often flavoured with vinegar or lemon juice.

It is commonly used as a side dish or dressing in sandwiches, salads, appetizers, snacks, shawarma and various dishes.

With PTI inputs