Allergies & intolerances

Eating out with a sesame allergy

FoodGong screens menus, recipes, and food photos for sesame and sesame-derived ingredients and flags each dish Safe, Ask, or Avoid with the reason.

Sesame is a major allergen that hides in breads, spice blends, and sauces. FoodGong reads the whole menu or recipe and calls out likely sesame.

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Where sesame hides

The non-obvious sources a busy server — or a short recipe — can miss. FoodGong flags them for you.

  • Tahini and hummus, and halva in desserts
  • Buns and breads topped or dusted with seeds
  • Za’atar, dukkah, and some spice blends
  • Sesame oil in Asian dishes and dressings
  • Falafel and Middle Eastern dishes
  • Cross-contact from shared bakery equipment

How FoodGong screens for sesame allergy

Add sesame allergy to your profile, then scan a menu, recipe, or dish. FoodGong checks each item for sesame in all its forms and sorts them Safe, Ask, or Avoid, naming the source.

Frequently asked questions

Does it catch sesame oil, not just seeds?
Yes — it screens for sesame in every form, including oil and paste (tahini), which are common in dressings and Asian and Middle Eastern cooking.
Is sesame always labeled?
Labeling has improved, but restaurant dishes are not labeled the way packaged foods are — which is exactly where a menu scan helps. Confirm anything flagged Ask with your server.
Recipes and photos?
Yes. Paste or photograph a recipe or snap a dish, and FoodGong screens it for sesame ingredient by ingredient.

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FoodGong helps you screen menus, recipes, and food photos and ask better questions. It is not a medical device and does not replace professional medical advice or confirmation from restaurant staff. For severe allergies, always verify with your server and carry any medication your doctor prescribes.