Is Doenjang Sundubu safe for CKD patients?

This Korean recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 1180mg sodium, 380mg potassium, and 230mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Doenjang Sundubu 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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🇰🇷 Korea · Korean

Doenjang Sundubu

Mild doenjang-based silken tofu stew — non-spicy version of sundubu.

Prep time 25 min

Servings 4

Calories 210 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

210

Calories

230mg

Phosphorus

230 / 800mg

1180mg

Sodium

1180 / 2000mg

380mg

Potassium

380 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Doenjang still Na heavy. Half portion.

Ingredients

Silken tofu
Doenjang 2 tbsp
Zucchini, onion
Garlic

Doenjang Mild Stew Sundubu Tofu

Cooking Steps

1
Boil doenjang broth.
2
Add tofu + vegetables.

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