Is Đậu Hủ Sốt Cà — Tomato Tofu safe for CKD patients?

This Vietnamese recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 520mg sodium, 380mg potassium, and 180mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Đậu Hủ Sốt Cà — Tomato 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.

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Đậu Hủ Sốt Cà — Tomato Tofu

Firm tofu cubes in fragrant tomato sauce — comforting weekday vegetarian dish.

Prep time 25 min

Servings 4

Calories 210 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

210

Calories

180mg

Phosphorus

180 / 800mg

520mg

Sodium

520 / 2000mg

380mg

Potassium

380 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Tomato + tofu = moderate K + P. OK in small portions.

Ingredients

300g firm tofu, cubed and fried
4 tomatoes, pureed
Garlic, onion
Fish sauce 1 tsp (or soy for vegan)

Dau Hu Quick Tofu Tomato Vegetarian Weekday

Cooking Steps

1
Pan-fry tofu until golden.
2
Sauté garlic + onion, add tomato puree.
3
Add tofu back, simmer 8 min.
4
Season lightly.

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