Is Banchan — Spinach Namul safe for CKD patients?

This Korean recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 380mg sodium, 520mg potassium, and 160mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Banchan — Spinach Namul 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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🇰🇷 Korea · Korean

Banchan — Spinach Namul

Blanched spinach seasoned with soy, sesame oil, garlic, sesame seeds.

Prep time 15 min

Servings 4

Calories 80 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

160mg

Phosphorus

160 / 800mg

380mg

Sodium

380 / 2000mg

520mg

Potassium

520 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Spinach K bomb. Substitute bok choy.

Ingredients

Spinach
Soy, sesame oil, garlic

Banchan Kidney Friendlier No Sesame Side Dish Spinach

Cooking Steps

1
Blanch + squeeze spinach.
2
Toss with seasonings.

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