Is Bánh Flan — Vietnamese Caramel Custard safe for CKD patients?

This Vietnamese recipe is rated Limit for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 120mg sodium, 220mg potassium, and 140mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Bánh Flan — Vietnamese Caramel Custard 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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🇻🇳 Vietnam · Vietnamese

Bánh Flan — Vietnamese Caramel Custard

Silky caramel custard topped with melted caramel, French colonial legacy.

Prep time 60 min

Servings 4

Calories 240 kcal

CKD Limit

Nutrition (per serving)

240

Calories

140mg

Phosphorus

140 / 800mg

120mg

Sodium

120 / 2000mg

220mg

Potassium

220 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Eggs + condensed milk = high P. Use just 2 eggs not 4. Pair with black coffee.

Ingredients

3 eggs
300ml milk
100g sugar (for custard)
100g sugar (for caramel)
Vanilla

Banh Flan Custard Dessert French Influence Saigon

Cooking Steps

1
Make caramel: melt sugar to amber.
2
Mix eggs + milk + sugar.
3
Pour into caramel-lined ramekins.
4
Bake in water bath 45 min at 160°C.

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