Is Chinese Broccoli with Oyster Sauce safe for CKD patients?

This Chinese recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 820mg sodium, 380mg potassium, and 80mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Chinese Broccoli with Oyster Sauce 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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Chinese Broccoli with Oyster Sauce

Blanched Chinese broccoli (gai lan) topped with oyster sauce and garlic oil.

Prep time 12 min

Servings 4

Calories 110 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

110

Calories

80mg

Phosphorus

80 / 800mg

820mg

Sodium

820 / 2000mg

380mg

Potassium

380 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Oyster sauce = Na bomb. Halve it. Or use sesame oil + light soy.

Ingredients

400g gai lan
2 tbsp oyster sauce (reduce)
Garlic
Oil

Cantonese Dim Sum Gai Lan Oyster Sauce Quick Vegetable

Cooking Steps

1
Blanch gai lan.
2
Heat oil + garlic.
3
Top with oyster sauce.

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