Finding something unexpected in your food is never a good feeling — especially when it moves. 😬
But that’s exactly what happened to one customer who bit into a Filet-O-Fish from McDonald’s and discovered a worm inside the sandwich.
Naturally, the customer was pretty grossed out… and shared a photo online that quickly made the rounds on the internet.
🤢 What Was the Worm?
According to reports, the worm is believed to be a nematode, which is a type of parasite that can commonly be found in fish.
Sounds disgusting, right? Here’s a photo.
But food experts say this actually isn’t unusual when it comes to seafood.
If fish is cooked properly — like the deep-fried fish used in the Filet-O-Fish — the parasite is killed during cooking and safe to eat.
🐟 Why Some People Say It’s Actually a “Good” Sign
Surprisingly, some people online pointed out that the discovery might actually prove something positive.
It shows the sandwich is made with real fish.
One commenter who said they were a former fishmonger explained that people who eat wild-caught seafood have probably encountered (or even eaten) nematodes before without realizing it.
In other words, it’s pretty normal in seafood processing — even if nobody wants to actually see it. 😅
🧾 What Happens Next?
The customer reportedly contacted their local health department about the discovery.
But because parasites like this are commonly found in fish and rendered harmless when cooked, it’s unlikely any major action will come from it.
Still… it’s definitely the kind of thing that can ruin your appetite for a Filet-O-Fish for a little while.
🍟 The Bottom Line
So yes — finding a worm in your sandwich is gross.
But according to experts, it doesn’t necessarily mean the food was unsafe.
If anything, it may just mean the fish in your sandwich was the real deal.
Although… most people would probably prefer not to get that kind of confirmation mid-bite. 🤢🍔🐟