Is Tom Klong — Smoked Fish Sour Soup safe for CKD patients?

This Thai recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 1180mg sodium, 580mg potassium, and 280mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Tom Klong — Smoked Fish Sour Soup 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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🇹🇭 Thailand · Thai

Tom Klong — Smoked Fish Sour Soup

Tamarind-sour soup with smoked dried fish, mushrooms, and herbs.

Prep time 30 min

Servings 4

Calories 180 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

180

Calories

280mg

Phosphorus

280 / 800mg

1180mg

Sodium

1180 / 2000mg

580mg

Potassium

580 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Tamarind K-heavy. Use lime instead.

Ingredients

Smoked dried fish
Tamarind paste
Mushrooms
Shallot, chili

Central Thai Fish Smoked Soup Sour Tom Klong

Cooking Steps

1
Soak fish.
2
Make tamarind broth.
3
Add fish + mushrooms.

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