Navigating the Mediterranean Menu Safely with a Broad Bean Allergy

The vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine are a delight, but for those with a broad bean (fava bean) allergy, dining out can be fraught with anxiety. Dishes like Egyptian Ful Medames, Greek Fava (a puree made from yellow split peas, often confused with broad beans), Moroccan Bessara, Spanish Habas con Jamón, Italian pasta dishes, and various dips and stews frequently feature fava beans. Cross-contamination in kitchens is also a significant risk.

Common Culprits on Mediterranean Menus:

• Ful Medames: A cornerstone Egyptian dish.
• "Fava" Puree: Often yellow split pea-based in Greece, but verify ingredients.
• Bessara: A traditional Moroccan broad bean dip/soup.
• Habas con Jamón: Spanish broad beans with ham.
• Mixed Vegetable Dishes & Stews: Favas are common additions.
• Falafel: Sometimes made with fava beans, especially outside the Middle East.

How the mm food App Keeps You Safe:

1. Menu Translation Clarity: Instantly translate any Mediterranean menu into your native language. No more guessing about unfamiliar terms like "Ful," "Habas," or "Fava" (ensuring you know if it refers to broad beans or split peas).
2. Smart Allergy Filtering: Set 'Broad Beans' or 'Fava Beans' as a dietary restriction in the app. Our AI scans the entire menu and instantly highlights dishes that explicitly contain broad beans or ingredients likely to contain them.
3. Identify Hidden Risks: The AI flags dishes with high cross-contamination risk, like fried items shared with broad bean fritters or salads prepared in the same area, empowering you to ask informed questions.

Proactive Dining Tips with mm food:

• Translate & Filter First: Use mm food before ordering. The translated menu with allergy flags gives you immediate visibility.
• Verify Purees & Dips: Especially anything labeled "Fava" or "Bean Puree" – our translation and filtering pinpoints potential broad bean content.
• Communicate Confidently: Use the app's insights to clearly state your allergy to staff. Having the dish name accurately translated helps tremendously.
• Double-Check Fried Items: Use the app to identify if falafel or fried vegetables might pose a risk, then ask about dedicated fryers.

Don't let broad bean fears hold you back from enjoying Mediterranean delights. mm food provides the translation clarity and intelligent allergen scanning you need to dine out safely and savor every bite confidently.