Is Cantonese Roast Duck — Siu Aap safe for CKD patients?

This Chinese recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 920mg sodium, 410mg potassium, and 290mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Cantonese Roast Duck — Siu Aap 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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Cantonese Roast Duck — Siu Aap

Whole duck stuffed with star anise marinade, air-dried, then roasted to crispy mahogany skin.

Prep time 150 min

Servings 4

Calories 520 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

520

Calories

290mg

Phosphorus

290 / 800mg

920mg

Sodium

920 / 2000mg

410mg

Potassium

410 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Discard skin (concentrated fat + Na). Eat lean breast only.

Ingredients

1 whole duck
5-spice, ginger, garlic
Maltose for skin
Soy sauce 2 tbsp
Rice wine

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Cooking Steps

1
Marinate duck cavity, dry skin overnight in fridge.
2
Roast 180°C 75 min, then 230°C 10 min for crispy skin.
3
Slice, serve with hoisin sauce on side.

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