Navigating High-Sodium Diets at Portuguese Tascas with MM Food

Portuguese tascas are beloved for their rich flavors and hearty dishes, but many traditional meals, like bacalhau (salted cod) or caldo verde (kale soup), can be surprisingly high in sodium. For diners managing hypertension, kidney health, or other sodium-sensitive conditions, enjoying Portugal’s culinary gems can feel daunting. That’s where MM Food steps in—transforming how you savor local cuisine while staying within your dietary limits.

How MM Food Simplifies Your Tasca Experience

1. Instant Menu Translation & Sodium Analysis

Struggling to decode a Portuguese menu? MM Food instantly translates dishes into your native language and flags high-sodium ingredients. Whether it’s chouriço (smoked sausage) or arroz de marisco (seafood rice), the app highlights sodium-heavy items and suggests lower-sodium alternatives.

2. Custom Alerts for Hidden Sodium Bombs

Many traditional sauces, broths, and cured meats pack hidden salt. Input your dietary restrictions (e.g., <2g sodium/day), and MM Food’s AI cross-references menu items with a database of Portuguese recipes. If a dish exceeds your limit, you’ll receive a clear alert.

3. Chef-Ready Substitutions

Craving bacalhau but avoiding salt? MM Food recommends asking chefs to prepare it '_ fresco_' (fresh cod) instead of salted. The app even provides in-app phrases to request modifications, like 'Sem salitre, por favor' (No curing salt, please).

Pro Tips for Low-Sodium Dining in Portugal

• Start with grilled fish or frango grelhado (grilled chicken), which are often lower in sodium.
• Avoid conservas (canned fish) and cured meats like presunto.
• Use MM Food’s 'Ask the Chef' feature to inquire about broth bases or marinades.

With MM Food, you can relish Portugal’s vibrant food culture confidently—one delicious, low-sodium bite at a time.