Allergy card for Sweden, in Swedish
In Sweden, SafeMeal shows your card in Swedish, with English under each food. Here is what it tells the kitchen, and the 44 local dishes where your foods often hide.
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SvenskaMMayaALLVARLIG ALLERGI
I am severely allergic to these foods.
Add a food to see your card.
Vänligen använd en ren stekpanna, rena redskap och ny olja. Laga inte min mat med samma olja, stekpannor eller knivar som används till annan mat.
What the card says, in Swedish and English
You pick your foods and say how serious it is. The card then tells the kitchen in Sweden, in these words, with English under each line so you always know what you are showing.
| Used for | Swedish | English |
|---|---|---|
| Severe allergy | Jag är allvarligt allergisk mot dessa livsmedel. | I am severely allergic to these foods. |
| Intolerance, religion, strict diet | Jag äter inte dessa livsmedel. | I do not eat these foods. |
| Preference | Vänligen tillaga min mat utan dessa livsmedel. | Please prepare my meal without these foods. |
| Why it matters | Även en mycket liten mängd kan vara livshotande. | Even a tiny amount can be life-threatening. |
| Kitchen precautions | Vänligen använd en ren stekpanna, rena redskap och ny olja. Laga inte min mat med samma olja, stekpannor eller knivar som används till annan mat. | 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 | Detta inkluderar oljor, buljonger och såser gjorda på dessa ingredienser. | This includes oils, broths and sauces made from these ingredients. |
| When in doubt | Om du är osäker, vänligen fråga kocken. | If you are not sure, please ask the chef. |
| Thanks | Tack för hjälpen! | Thank you for your help! |
Where foods hide in Sweden
The name of a dish rarely says what is in it. For Sweden, SafeMeal lists 44 local dishes and products under the 38 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.
WheatVete- MeatballsKöttbullar
- Cream sauceGräddsås
- Kroppkakor
- LicoriceLakrits
MilkMjölk- Cinnamon bunsKanelbullar / kardemummabullar
- MeatballsKöttbullar
- Wallenbergare
EggHönsägg- Cinnamon bunsKanelbullar / kardemummabullar
- Béarnaise sauceBearnaisesås
- MeatballsKöttbullar
- Toast Skagen
- Wallenbergare
ShrimpRäkor- Toast Skagen
- Sandwich cakeSmörgåstårta
Make your card before you go to Sweden.
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 Sweden
How do I say “I have a severe food allergy” in Swedish?
On the SafeMeal card, a severe allergy reads: “Jag är allvarligt allergisk mot dessa livsmedel.” In English: “I am severely allergic to these foods.” The card then shows each food with its picture and its name in Swedish, and asks the kitchen for a clean pan, clean utensils and fresh oil.
Which dishes in Sweden often contain wheat?
For Sweden, SafeMeal lists wheat as often hidden in: Meatballs, Cream sauce, Kroppkakor, Licorice. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which dishes in Sweden often contain milk?
For Sweden, SafeMeal lists milk as often hidden in: Cinnamon buns, Meatballs, Wallenbergare. Recipes vary from one kitchen to the next, so always confirm with the restaurant.
Which language is the allergy card in for Sweden?
In Sweden the card is shown in Swedish, 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.