Is Đậu Hủ Chiên Sả Ớt — Lemongrass Chili Fried Tofu safe for CKD patients?

This Vietnamese recipe is rated Limit for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 380mg sodium, 240mg potassium, and 160mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Đậu Hủ Chiên Sả Ớt — Lemongrass Chili Fried Tofu 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.

Đậu Hủ Chiên Sả Ớt — Lemongrass Chili Fried Tofu

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🇻🇳 Vietnam · Vietnamese

Đậu Hủ Chiên Sả Ớt — Lemongrass Chili Fried Tofu

Cubed tofu coated in lemongrass-chili paste, pan-fried until crispy.

Prep time 25 min

Servings 4

Calories 260 kcal

CKD Limit

Nutrition (per serving)

260

Calories

160mg

Phosphorus

160 / 800mg

380mg

Sodium

380 / 2000mg

240mg

Potassium

240 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Lower sodium when made at home. Good CKD-friendly protein source.

Ingredients

400g firm tofu
3 stalks lemongrass
Chili
Garlic
Salt (skip for CKD)
Oil

Dau Hu Kidney Friendlier Lemongrass Quick Tofu Vegetarian

Cooking Steps

1
Press and cube tofu.
2
Coat with minced lemongrass + chili.
3
Pan-fry until crispy all sides.

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