Is Kai Jeow — Thai Omelet safe for CKD patients?

This Thai recipe is rated Limit for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 380mg sodium, 210mg potassium, and 210mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Kai Jeow — Thai Omelet more kidney-friendly?

See the CKD Tip section on this page for the specific adaptation we recommend. General principles: halve any fish sauce / soy sauce / bouillon; soak peeled vegetables in water to reduce potassium; choose lean meats; serve smaller portions of broth.

Where do these nutrition numbers come from?

Per-serving values are calculated by summing typical ingredient amounts × USDA FoodData Central values, then dividing by the recipe yield. Daily CKD limits referenced follow KDOQI 2020 clinical guidelines. Individual targets vary — always confirm with your renal dietitian.

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🇹🇭 Thailand · Thai

Kai Jeow — Thai Omelet

Fluffy deep-fried Thai-style omelet, often served over rice with chili sauce.

Prep time 10 min

Servings 2

Calories 280 kcal

CKD Limit

Nutrition (per serving)

280

Calories

210mg

Phosphorus

210 / 800mg

380mg

Sodium

380 / 2000mg

210mg

Potassium

210 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

⭐ Lower-Na Thai dish. Use 1 tsp fish sauce. Skip chili sauce.

Ingredients

3 eggs
Fish sauce 1 tsp
Oil for frying
Sriracha (skip)

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Cooking Steps

1
Beat eggs with fish sauce.
2
Pour into hot oil from height (creates fluff).
3
Fry crispy.

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