Is Egg Tart — Dan Tat safe for CKD patients?

This Chinese recipe is rated Limit for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 120mg sodium, 110mg potassium, and 150mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Egg Tart — Dan Tat 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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Egg Tart — Dan Tat

Hong Kong cha chaan teng classic — flaky pastry shell with silky baked custard.

Prep time 60 min

Servings 4

Calories 280 kcal

CKD Limit

Nutrition (per serving)

280

Calories

150mg

Phosphorus

150 / 800mg

120mg

Sodium

120 / 2000mg

110mg

Potassium

110 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Lower-Na dessert option. Egg adds P. One tart per serving.

Ingredients

Tart shells
3 eggs
Sugar, milk
Vanilla

Cantonese Cha Chaan Teng Custard Dessert Dim Sum Hong Kong Portuguese Influence

Cooking Steps

1
Make custard.
2
Pour into shells.
3
Bake 200°C 15 min.

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