Is Khao Niao — Sticky Rice safe for CKD patients?

This Thai recipe is rated Safe for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 10mg sodium, 80mg potassium, and 60mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Khao Niao — Sticky Rice 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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Khao Niao — Sticky Rice

Steamed glutinous rice — staple of Northern and Northeastern Thai meals.

Prep time 40 min

Servings 4

Calories 280 kcal

CKD Safe

Nutrition (per serving)

280

Calories

60mg

Phosphorus

60 / 800mg

10mg

Sodium

10 / 2000mg

80mg

Potassium

80 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

⭐ TOP CKD THAI OPTION. Almost zero Na/K/P. Eat with grilled chicken.

Ingredients

2 cups glutinous rice (soaked)

Isaan Khao Niao Kidney Friendly Low Sodium Northern Staple Sticky Rice

Cooking Steps

1
Soak 4 hours.
2
Steam in basket 25 min.

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