Bacteria found in kebab during inspection of well-known restaurant in Baku

As reported by BAKU.WS with reference to the Azerbaijan Food Safety Agency (AFSA), violations of sanitary and hygienic standards were identified during an unscheduled inspection conducted by the agency's staff.

It was established that the overall sanitary condition of the establishment did not meet the requirements. In addition, various violations were found in the processing and storage of food products, including those that created a risk of cross-contamination of products.

According to the results of laboratory tests, the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes was detected in raw beef, marinated chicken lula kebab, and chicken kebab. The bacterium Escherichia coli (E. coli) was also found in the capital salad.

In connection with the identified violations, appropriate measures have been taken against the establishment in accordance with the legislation.

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