Is Krapao Pla — Holy Basil Fish safe for CKD patients?

This Thai recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 920mg sodium, 380mg potassium, and 280mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Krapao Pla — Holy Basil Fish 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

Krapao Pla — Holy Basil Fish

Fish chunks stir-fried with holy basil, chili, garlic, and fish sauce.

Prep time 15 min

Servings 2

Calories 280 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

280

Calories

280mg

Phosphorus

280 / 800mg

920mg

Sodium

920 / 2000mg

380mg

Potassium

380 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Same as pad krapow — halve fish sauce + oyster.

Ingredients

300g fish
Holy basil, chili, garlic
Oyster sauce 1 tbsp
Fish sauce

Basil Fish Krapao Spicy Stir Fried

Cooking Steps

1
Stir-fry fish.
2
Add sauces + basil.

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