The CDC is investigating a multi-state outbreak of salmonella infections linked to pistachio cream, a key ingredient in the trendy Dubai chocolate.

Tubs of pistachio cream are being recalled after nearly half a dozen people reported becoming ill with salmonella infections, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Emek-brand Pistachio Cream — a product sold online for wholesale distributors,

A Salmonella outbreak linked to Emek-brand pistachio cream has sickened 4 people in Minnesota and New Jersey; 1 person was hospitalized. Retailers and restaurants are urged to stop selling/serving Emek pistachio cream with a use-by date of Oct. 19, 2026, code PNO: 241019.