Is Pozole Rojo — Hominy Stew safe for CKD patients?

This Mexican recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 1080mg sodium, 580mg potassium, and 280mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Pozole Rojo — Hominy Stew 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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Pozole Rojo — Hominy Stew

Rich red broth with hominy, pork shoulder, and dried chiles — Jalisco celebration soup.

Prep time 180 min

Servings 6

Calories 380 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

380

Calories

280mg

Phosphorus

280 / 800mg

1080mg

Sodium

1080 / 2000mg

580mg

Potassium

580 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Hominy + dried chiles = K-heavy. Eat less broth.

Ingredients

Hominy
Pork shoulder
Dried chiles (ancho, guajillo)
Garnishes: cabbage, radish, lime, tostadas

Celebration Hominy Iconic Jalisco Pork Pozole Red Stew

Cooking Steps

1
Cook pork + bones 2 hours.
2
Blend chiles, add to broth.
3
Add hominy.
4
Garnish at table.

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