Is Steamed Egg Custard — Zheng Shui Dan safe for CKD patients?

This Chinese recipe is rated Limit for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 280mg sodium, 150mg potassium, and 180mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Steamed Egg Custard — Zheng Shui Dan 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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Steamed Egg Custard — Zheng Shui Dan

Silky steamed egg custard topped with soy and sesame oil — universally comforting.

Prep time 20 min

Servings 2

Calories 140 kcal

CKD Limit

Nutrition (per serving)

140

Calories

180mg

Phosphorus

180 / 800mg

280mg

Sodium

280 / 2000mg

150mg

Potassium

150 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

⭐ Lower-Na egg dish. Limit to 1 egg per person.

Ingredients

2 eggs
2 cups warm water (or broth)
Soy 1/2 tsp
Sesame oil
Scallion

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Cooking Steps

1
Beat eggs with water.
2
Strain through sieve.
3
Steam covered 12 min on low.
4
Drizzle soy + sesame oil.

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