Is Plain Dosa safe for CKD patients?

This Indian recipe is rated Limit for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 380mg sodium, 380mg potassium, and 180mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Plain Dosa 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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🇮🇳 India · Indian

Plain Dosa

Crispy plain fermented crepe without filling — eaten with chutney.

Prep time 600 min

Servings 4

Calories 280 kcal

CKD Limit

Nutrition (per serving)

280

Calories

180mg

Phosphorus

180 / 800mg

380mg

Sodium

380 / 2000mg

380mg

Potassium

380 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

⭐ Lower-Na than masala dosa. Limit chutney portion.

Ingredients

Dosa batter

Breakfast Dosa Fermented Kidney Friendlier Lentil Rice South Indian

Cooking Steps

1
Spread on hot tawa.
2
Crisp + serve.

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