Is Peruvian Arroz con Leche (Rice Pudding) safe for CKD patients?

This Latin recipe is rated Safe for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 60mg sodium, 130mg potassium, and 85mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Peruvian Arroz con Leche (Rice Pudding) 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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🇵🇪 Peru · Latin

Peruvian Arroz con Leche (Rice Pudding)

A warmly spiced Peruvian rice pudding made with rice milk instead of condensed milk — naturally low in phosphorus, sodium, and potassium.

Prep time 30 min

Servings 4

Calories 260 kcal

CKD Safe

Nutrition (per serving)

260

Calories

85mg

Phosphorus

85 / 800mg

60mg

Sodium

60 / 2000mg

130mg

Potassium

130 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Use rice milk (not regular milk) to significantly reduce phosphorus and potassium. Avoid condensed milk which is very high in both.

Ingredients

1/2 cup white rice
2 cups rice milk (unsweetened)
1 cup water
1/4 cup sugar (or to taste)
1 cinnamon stick
3 cloves
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Ground cinnamon to serve

Low Phosphorus Low Potassium Low Sodium

Cooking Steps

1
Combine rice, water, and spices in pot. Bring to boil.
2
Reduce heat, simmer 15 minutes until water is absorbed.
3
Add rice milk and sugar. Cook on low 15 more minutes, stirring.
4
Remove cinnamon and cloves.
5
Serve warm or cold, dusted with cinnamon.

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