‘Not even for the dog’: ALDI shopper’s mince purchase sparks safety debate
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Food safety is something most of us take for granted, especially when it comes to everyday staples.
But sometimes, what should be a routine grocery purchase turns into a cause for concern.
One shopper’s experience with a common household ingredient has sparked debate, with opinions divided on whether it’s a harmless issue or something far more unappetising.
Mince is often seen as a foolproof grocery item—straightforward to buy, easy to cook, and always predictable.
However, one Australian mum had a different experience after purchasing a pack from ALDI, sparking debate over whether her find was cause for concern or just a common occurrence.
She shared a photo of the mince in a social media group, questioning if it was safe to use.
‘Just brought this! Is it ok to use? The top is fine, this is bottom,’ she wrote.
The image showed that while the top layer appeared normal, the bottom of the mince had turned an unappetising brown colour.
Opinions on the matter were split.
Some shoppers were immediately put off, convinced that the meat was unsafe to eat.
‘Absolutely not. This looks almost par cooked—clearly been exposed to oxygen and warmth,’ one person commented.
‘Nope! Why does it look cooked?’ another asked.
‘I’m pretty casual when it comes to meat but I’d be taking that back,’ someone else wrote.
‘Not even for the dog,’ added another.
Others, however, saw no problem with the discoloured mince, arguing that people were overreacting.
‘If there is no smell and in date it is absolutely fine,’ one person stated.
‘If it doesn’t smell, it’s good,’ another agreed.
‘So many people on here need to do some research before wasting food…’ a third commented.
This wasn’t the first time ALDI shoppers had raised concerns over their mince purchases.
A similar complaint surfaced in the same social media group in May last year, with another shopper posting a photo of discoloured mince.
‘Would you say this meat is off? It doesn’t look a good colour and is still in expiry,’ she asked at the time.
Reactions were just as divided, with some urging her to throw it away while others reassured her it was still safe to eat.
Ultimately, when it comes to food safety, most people agreed on one thing—if in doubt, chuck it out.
In a previous story, shoppers were warned about a troubling scam that has been catching Aussies off guard.
What seems like a great meat deal could actually be costing buyers more than they realise.
Read on to find out how this scam works and how to avoid falling victim.
When it comes to food safety, do you trust your instincts or stick strictly to the guidelines? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
But sometimes, what should be a routine grocery purchase turns into a cause for concern.
One shopper’s experience with a common household ingredient has sparked debate, with opinions divided on whether it’s a harmless issue or something far more unappetising.
Mince is often seen as a foolproof grocery item—straightforward to buy, easy to cook, and always predictable.
However, one Australian mum had a different experience after purchasing a pack from ALDI, sparking debate over whether her find was cause for concern or just a common occurrence.
She shared a photo of the mince in a social media group, questioning if it was safe to use.
ALDI customers react to unsettling mince find. Image source: Facebook
‘Just brought this! Is it ok to use? The top is fine, this is bottom,’ she wrote.
The image showed that while the top layer appeared normal, the bottom of the mince had turned an unappetising brown colour.
Opinions on the matter were split.
Some shoppers were immediately put off, convinced that the meat was unsafe to eat.
‘Absolutely not. This looks almost par cooked—clearly been exposed to oxygen and warmth,’ one person commented.
‘Nope! Why does it look cooked?’ another asked.
‘I’m pretty casual when it comes to meat but I’d be taking that back,’ someone else wrote.
‘Not even for the dog,’ added another.
Others, however, saw no problem with the discoloured mince, arguing that people were overreacting.
‘If there is no smell and in date it is absolutely fine,’ one person stated.
‘If it doesn’t smell, it’s good,’ another agreed.
‘So many people on here need to do some research before wasting food…’ a third commented.
This wasn’t the first time ALDI shoppers had raised concerns over their mince purchases.
A similar complaint surfaced in the same social media group in May last year, with another shopper posting a photo of discoloured mince.
‘Would you say this meat is off? It doesn’t look a good colour and is still in expiry,’ she asked at the time.
Reactions were just as divided, with some urging her to throw it away while others reassured her it was still safe to eat.
Ultimately, when it comes to food safety, most people agreed on one thing—if in doubt, chuck it out.
In a previous story, shoppers were warned about a troubling scam that has been catching Aussies off guard.
What seems like a great meat deal could actually be costing buyers more than they realise.
Read on to find out how this scam works and how to avoid falling victim.
When it comes to food safety, do you trust your instincts or stick strictly to the guidelines? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
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