Allergy card for Portugal, in Portuguese
In Portugal, SafeMeal shows your card in Portuguese, 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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PortuguêsMMayaALERGIA GRAVE
I am severely allergic to these foods.
Add a food to see your card.
Por favor, use panelas e frigideiras limpas, utensílios limpos e óleo novo. Não cozinhe a minha comida com óleo, panelas, frigideiras ou facas partilhados.
What the card says, in Portuguese and English
You pick your foods and say how serious it is. The card then tells the kitchen in Portugal, in these words, with English under each line so you always know what you are showing.
| Used for | Portuguese | English |
|---|---|---|
| Severe allergy | Tenho alergia grave a estes alimentos. | I am severely allergic to these foods. |
| Intolerance, religion, strict diet | Não como estes alimentos. | I do not eat these foods. |
| Preference | Por favor, prepare a minha refeição sem estes alimentos. | Please prepare my meal without these foods. |
| Why it matters | Mesmo uma quantidade mínima pode ser fatal. | Even a tiny amount can be life-threatening. |
| Kitchen precautions | Por favor, use panelas e frigideiras limpas, utensílios limpos e óleo novo. Não cozinhe a minha comida com óleo, panelas, frigideiras ou facas partilhados. | 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 | Isto inclui óleos, caldos e molhos feitos com estes ingredientes. | This includes oils, broths and sauces made from these ingredients. |
| When in doubt | Se não tiver a certeza, por favor pergunte ao chef. | If you are not sure, please ask the chef. |
| Thanks | Obrigado/a pela ajuda! | Thank you for your help! |
Where foods hide in Portugal
The name of a dish rarely says what is in it. For Portugal, SafeMeal lists 42 local dishes and products under the 39 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.
WheatTrigo- Alheira
- BroaBroa de milho
- Açorda
- PataniscasPataniscas de bacalhau
MilkLeite- Pastel de nata
- Rice puddingArroz doce
- Baba de camelo
EggOvo- Pastel de nata
- Salt cod frittersPastéis de bacalhau / Bolinhos de bacalhau
- NougatNougat / Torrão
- Bacalhau à Brás
PorkCarne de porco- Caldo verde
- Francesinha
- Bifana
- Arroz de pato
- Alheira
Make your card before you go to Portugal.
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 Portugal
How do I say “I have a severe food allergy” in Portuguese?
On the SafeMeal card, a severe allergy reads: “Tenho alergia grave a estes alimentos.” In English: “I am severely allergic to these foods.” The card then shows each food with its picture and its name in Portuguese, and asks the kitchen for a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil.
Which dishes in Portugal often contain wheat?
For Portugal, SafeMeal lists wheat as often hidden in: Alheira, Broa, Açorda, Pataniscas. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which dishes in Portugal often contain milk?
For Portugal, SafeMeal lists milk as often hidden in: Pastel de nata, Rice pudding, Baba de camelo. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which language is the allergy card in for Portugal?
In Portugal the card is shown in Portuguese, 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.