Is Steamed Pork Ribs with Black Bean safe for CKD patients?

This Chinese recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 1080mg sodium, 340mg potassium, and 260mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Steamed Pork Ribs with Black Bean 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 Pork Ribs with Black Bean

Bite-sized pork ribs steamed with fermented black beans, garlic, and chili — dim sum classic.

Prep time 40 min

Servings 4

Calories 380 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

380

Calories

260mg

Phosphorus

260 / 800mg

1080mg

Sodium

1080 / 2000mg

340mg

Potassium

340 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Black bean = high Na. Use 1 tsp not 2 tbsp.

Ingredients

400g pork ribs, chopped
2 tbsp fermented black bean (reduce)
Garlic, chili
Cornstarch
Oil

Black Bean Cantonese Dim Sum Pork Ribs Steamed

Cooking Steps

1
Marinate ribs with mashed black bean + garlic.
2
Steam 25 min over high heat.

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