Is Khanom Jeen Nam Ya safe for CKD patients?

This Thai recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 1280mg sodium, 510mg potassium, and 280mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Khanom Jeen Nam Ya 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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🇹🇭 Thailand · Thai

Khanom Jeen Nam Ya

Fermented rice noodles topped with rich fish curry sauce, herbs, and raw vegetables.

Prep time 60 min

Servings 4

Calories 380 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

380

Calories

280mg

Phosphorus

280 / 800mg

1280mg

Sodium

1280 / 2000mg

510mg

Potassium

510 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Fish-based broth + curry paste = Na bomb.

Ingredients

Fermented rice noodles
Fish (snakehead)
Curry paste, coconut milk
Raw vegetables, herbs

Curry Fish Khanom Jeen Noodle Traditional

Cooking Steps

1
Boil fish, debone, blend with curry.
2
Cook noodles.
3
Plate, top with sauce + raw veg.

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