Allergy card for South Korea, in Korean
In South Korea, SafeMeal shows your card in Korean, with English under each food. Here is what it tells the kitchen, and the 49 local dishes where your foods often hide.
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한국어MMaya심각한 알레르기
I am severely allergic to these foods.
Add a food to see your card.
깨끗한 팬과 조리 도구, 새 기름을 사용해 주세요. 다른 사람의 음식을 조리했던 공용 기름이나 팬, 칼로 제 음식을 조리하지 마세요.
What the card says, in Korean and English
You pick your foods and say how serious it is. The card then tells the kitchen in South Korea, in these words, with English under each line so you always know what you are showing.
| Used for | Korean | English |
|---|---|---|
| Severe allergy | 저는 다음 음식들에 심각한 알레르기가 있습니다. | I am severely allergic to these foods. |
| Intolerance, religion, strict diet | 저는 다음 음식들을 먹지 않습니다. | I do not eat these foods. |
| Preference | 제 식사에는 다음 음식들을 빼주세요. | Please prepare my meal without these foods. |
| Why it matters | 아주 적은 양으로도 생명이 위험할 수 있습니다. | Even a tiny amount can be life-threatening. |
| Kitchen precautions | 깨끗한 팬과 조리 도구, 새 기름을 사용해 주세요. 다른 사람의 음식을 조리했던 공용 기름이나 팬, 칼로 제 음식을 조리하지 마세요. | 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 | 이 재료들로 만든 기름, 육수, 소스도 포함됩니다. | This includes oils, broths and sauces made from these ingredients. |
| When in doubt | 확실하지 않다면 주방장님께 확인해 주세요. | If you are not sure, please ask the chef. |
| Thanks | 도와주셔서 감사합니다! | Thank you for your help! |
Where foods hide in South Korea
The name of a dish rarely says what is in it. For South Korea, SafeMeal lists 49 local dishes and products under the 44 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.
Wheat밀- Tteokbokki떡볶이
- Gochujang고추장
- Jeon전 / 부침개
- Naengmyeon냉면
Milk우유- Bingsu빙수
- Bread빵
Egg계란- Kimbap김밥
- Jeon전 / 부침개
Sesame참깨- Kimbap김밥
- Bibimbap비빔밥
- Namul나물
- Japchae잡채
- Gireumjang기름장
Make your card before you go to South Korea.
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 South Korea
How do I say “I have a severe food allergy” in Korean?
On the SafeMeal card, a severe allergy reads: “저는 다음 음식들에 심각한 알레르기가 있습니다.” In English: “I am severely allergic to these foods.” The card then shows each food with its picture and its name in Korean, and asks the kitchen for a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil.
Which dishes in South Korea often contain wheat?
For South Korea, SafeMeal lists wheat as often hidden in: Tteokbokki, Gochujang, Jeon, Naengmyeon. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which dishes in South Korea often contain milk?
For South Korea, SafeMeal lists milk as often hidden in: Bingsu, Bread. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which language is the allergy card in for South Korea?
In South Korea the card is shown in Korean, 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.