Allergy card for China, in Mandarin Chinese
In China, SafeMeal shows your card in Mandarin Chinese, with English under each food. Here is what it tells the kitchen, and the 42 local dishes where your foods often hide.
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中文MMaya严重过敏
I am severely allergic to these foods.
Add a food to see your card.
请使用干净的锅具、烹饪用具和新油。烹调我的食物时，请勿使用与他人食物共用的油、锅具或刀具。
What the card says, in Mandarin Chinese and English
You pick your foods and say how serious it is. The card then tells the kitchen in China, in these words, with English under each line so you always know what you are showing.
| Used for | Mandarin Chinese | English |
|---|---|---|
| Severe allergy | 我对以下食物严重过敏。 | I am severely allergic to these foods. |
| Intolerance, religion, strict diet | 我不吃以下食物。 | I do not eat these foods. |
| Preference | 请在准备我的餐点时不要加入以下食物。 | Please prepare my meal without these foods. |
| Why it matters | 即使是微量也可能危及生命。 | Even a tiny amount can be life-threatening. |
| Kitchen precautions | 请使用干净的锅具、烹饪用具和新油。烹调我的食物时，请勿使用与他人食物共用的油、锅具或刀具。 | Please use a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil. Do not cook my food with shared oil, pans or knives. |
| Oils, broths and sauces | 这包括用这些原料制成的油、高汤和酱汁。 | This includes oils, broths and sauces made from these ingredients. |
| When in doubt | 如果您不确定，请询问厨师。 | If you are not sure, please ask the chef. |
| Thanks | 感谢您的帮助！ | Thank you for your help! |
Where foods hide in China
The name of a dish rarely says what is in it. For China, SafeMeal lists 42 local dishes and products under the 37 foods they often hide. Here are the ones for the most common allergies; in the app, tap any food on your card to see its list.
Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next. Always confirm with the restaurant.
Peanut花生- Hot pot dipping sauce火锅蘸料
- Dandan noodles担担面
- Tangyuan汤圆
Wheat小麦- Mapo tofu麻婆豆腐
- Mock meat素肉/烤麸
- Sweet bean sauce甜面酱
Milk牛奶- Egg tarts蛋挞
- Bread面包
Shrimp虾- Siu mai烧卖
- Wontons馄饨 / 云吞
- Zongzi粽子
- Turnip cake萝卜糕
Make your card before you go to China.
Pick your foods and look at what the kitchen would read. Try the live demo or get the app: the card works offline once it is set up.
Questions about eating out in China
How do I say “I have a severe food allergy” in Mandarin Chinese?
On the SafeMeal card, a severe allergy reads: “我对以下食物严重过敏。” In English: “I am severely allergic to these foods.” The card then shows each food with its picture and its name in Mandarin Chinese, and asks the kitchen for a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil.
Which dishes in China often contain peanut?
For China, SafeMeal lists peanut as often hidden in: Hot pot dipping sauce, Dandan noodles, Tangyuan. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which dishes in China often contain wheat?
For China, SafeMeal lists wheat as often hidden in: Mapo tofu, Mock meat, Sweet bean sauce. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which language is the allergy card in for China?
In China the card is shown in Mandarin Chinese, with English under each food. The app picks the language from the country you are in, and you can change it at any time.
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SafeMeal is not a medical device. No card or app can guarantee a safe meal: always confirm with the restaurant staff, and keep your emergency medication with you.