December 16, 2019 11.21 am This story is over 51 months old

Alford Indian restaurant fined for serving up ‘deadly’ curry

Undercover officers specifically ordered a peanut-free dish

A court has fined the owners of an Indian restaurant in Alford after they served up a “potentially deadly” curry.

Noor Mohammed, the director at Nayeema Indian, was fined £1,369 for selling a curry that contained peanuts, when a peanut-free dish had been ordered.

Boston Magistrates’ Court heard how two Trading Standards officers took samples from the restaurant to see if the food was allergen-free.

Nayeema Indian has put diners at risk.

Mark Keal, Trading Standards, said: “An unannounced officer spoke directly to Mr Mohammed and he confirmed that the Lamb Malay-Mild with Fruits was peanut-free.

“However, when the curry arrived and the officer explained what was happening, she was then informed it might have peanuts in it by a member of staff.”

Tests revealed that it contained in the region of 3% peanuts, and was “potentially harmful to consumers who are allergic.”

Mark added: “Restaurants have a duty to ensure that it is allergen-free if the customer has requested this.

“We were shocked to find that one ingredient used in preparing the meal was 100% peanut powder.

“He should have realised that there are potentially deadly consequences for customers with peanut allergies if they were served this meal.”