Is Hong Kong Milk Tea safe for CKD patients?

This Chinese recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 120mg sodium, 320mg potassium, and 160mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Hong Kong Milk Tea 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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Hong Kong Milk Tea

Strong black tea brewed with evaporated milk, sweetened with condensed milk — Hong Kong icon.

Prep time 15 min

Servings 1

Calories 180 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

180

Calories

160mg

Phosphorus

160 / 800mg

120mg

Sodium

120 / 2000mg

320mg

Potassium

320 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Evaporated + condensed milk = high P. Black tea + small fresh milk is CKD-friendlier alternative.

Ingredients

Ceylon black tea
Evaporated milk
Sweetened condensed milk
Hot water
Ice (for iced version)

Cantonese Cha Chaan Teng Drink Hong Kong Iconic Milk Tea

Cooking Steps

1
Brew tea strong.
2
Strain through silk stocking 3x.
3
Mix with evaporated + condensed milk.

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