He said MPI is thoroughly investigating where the foot came from.
Your favourite shellfish must just be off the menu this summer.
The recall comes after the company found an issue with bottling equipment.
The affected product is sold at selected retail outlets and supermarkets throughout New Zealand.
Products containing the sesame seed paste from the Durra brand have been taken off the shelves due to the possible presence of Salmonella.
More products have been added to the recall list.
Two affected customers remain uncontactable.
"I'll be going back to the hummus," the woman told Newshub, adding only when it's safe to do so.
The products that are recalled contain tahini imported from Turkey.