Is Massaman Curry — Gaeng Mussaman safe for CKD patients?

This Thai recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 1180mg sodium, 620mg potassium, and 340mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Massaman Curry — Gaeng Mussaman 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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Massaman Curry — Gaeng Mussaman

Rich Persian-influenced curry with beef, potato, peanut, and cinnamon-cardamom spices.

Prep time 75 min

Servings 4

Calories 520 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

520

Calories

340mg

Phosphorus

340 / 800mg

1180mg

Sodium

1180 / 2000mg

620mg

Potassium

620 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Peanuts + potatoes both K-heavy. Use less.

Ingredients

400g beef chuck
2 tbsp massaman paste
Coconut milk
Potatoes, onions, peanuts
Tamarind, palm sugar

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Cooking Steps

1
Brown beef.
2
Fry paste in coconut cream.
3
Add beef, coconut milk, vegetables.
4
Simmer 60 min.

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