Is Shabu Shabu — Hot Pot safe for CKD patients?

This Japanese recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 1080mg sodium, 480mg potassium, and 280mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Shabu Shabu — Hot Pot 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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🇯🇵 Japan · Japanese

Shabu Shabu — Hot Pot

Paper-thin beef swirled briefly in dashi broth, dipped in ponzu or sesame sauce.

Prep time 30 min

Servings 4

Calories 420 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

420

Calories

280mg

Phosphorus

280 / 800mg

1080mg

Sodium

1080 / 2000mg

480mg

Potassium

480 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

⭐ Lower-Na than sukiyaki because dipping sauce is separate. Use ponzu only (lighter than goma).

Ingredients

300g shabu beef
Kombu dashi
Vegetables: napa, mushrooms, tofu
Ponzu + goma sauces

Beef Hot Pot Kelp Broth Shabu Social

Cooking Steps

1
Bring kombu broth to simmer.
2
Diners swish ingredients.
3
Dip in sauce.

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