Is Tofu Pudding — Dou Hua safe for CKD patients?

This Chinese recipe is rated Safe for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 15mg sodium, 150mg potassium, and 120mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Tofu Pudding — Dou Hua 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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Tofu Pudding — Dou Hua

Silken tofu pudding served with ginger syrup (sweet) or savory toppings.

Prep time 30 min

Servings 4

Calories 160 kcal

CKD Safe

Nutrition (per serving)

160

Calories

120mg

Phosphorus

120 / 800mg

15mg

Sodium

15 / 2000mg

150mg

Potassium

150 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

⭐ CKD-SAFE dessert. Skip salted/savory version which adds Na.

Ingredients

Silken tofu (uncongealed style)
Ginger syrup
Sugar

Chinese Dessert Ginger Kidney Friendly Pudding Sweet Tofu

Cooking Steps

1
Make silken tofu or use store-bought.
2
Boil ginger + sugar for syrup.
3
Spoon tofu, top with syrup.

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