OAS-Safe Fruits in Greek Cuisine

Greek cuisine is a vibrant celebration of fresh ingredients, including fruits that add sweetness, acidity, and texture to iconic dishes. For diners with Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS), navigating these dishes can be challenging. Here’s how the mm food app simplifies dining while highlighting OAS-safe fruits in Greek culinary traditions.

Common OAS-Safe Fruits in Greek Dishes

1. Olives: A staple in Greek salads and meze platters, cured olives are typically safe for OAS sufferers as the curing process breaks down allergy-triggering proteins.
2. Figs: Often used in jams, desserts, or paired with cheeses, cooked or dried figs are less likely to cause reactions than raw ones.
3. Grapes: Found in dishes like stifado (stew) or as raisins in desserts, grapes are generally low-risk when cooked or processed.
4. Citrus Fruits: Lemons and oranges are used in marinades, dressings, and desserts. Heat-treated citrus (e.g., in baked goods) is often safer for OAS.
5. Pomegranates: Seeds or syrup are used in salads and dips like melitzanosalata (eggplant dip); cooking reduces allergens.

How mm food Enhances Your Experience

• AI-Powered Menu Analysis: Scan any Greek menu to identify dishes containing OAS-safe fruits based on your profile.
• Custom Alerts: Flag raw or high-risk preparations (e.g., fresh figs) and suggest safer alternatives.
• Translation Tool: Understand ingredient lists in Greek menus instantly, avoiding confusion over unfamiliar terms.

Tips for OAS-Safe Greek Dining

• Opt for cooked fruit preparations (e.g., baked quince in glyko tou koutaliou).
• Communicate with staff using mm food’s pre-translated allergy phrases.
• Explore traditional desserts like portokalopita (orange phyllo cake), which uses heat-treated citrus.

With mm food, savor the flavors of Greece confidently, knowing your dietary needs are prioritized.