# Chipotle pulls jalapeños as US probes salmonella outbreak

Chipotle has removed jalapeños from its US restaurants while health officials investigate a salmonella outbreak possibly linked to the ingredient. The move affects the chain's menu nationwide as authorities work to identify the source. The outbreak highlights ongoing food safety challenges for the fast-casual chain.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/aug/04/chipotle-jalapenos-salmonella-investigation) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:09:58 GMT
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/6/cdc-says-us-salmonella-outbreak-tied-to-jalapeno-peppers-from-mexico?traffic_source=rss) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:47:13 +0000

### Business
- [Fox News Business](https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/chipotle-pulls-jalapenos-linked-salmonella-outbreak) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:10:04 GMT