Is Pulao — Pilaf safe for CKD patients?

This Indian recipe is rated Limit for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 380mg sodium, 280mg potassium, and 140mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Pulao — Pilaf 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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🇮🇳 India · Indian

Pulao — Pilaf

Basmati rice cooked with vegetables, spices, and ghee — lighter than biryani.

Prep time 30 min

Servings 4

Calories 380 kcal

CKD Limit

Nutrition (per serving)

380

Calories

140mg

Phosphorus

140 / 800mg

380mg

Sodium

380 / 2000mg

280mg

Potassium

280 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

⭐ Lower-Na than biryani. Less complex spice mix.

Ingredients

Basmati
Peas, carrot
Cumin, bay leaf, cardamom

Everyday Kidney Friendlier Pulao Rice Vegetable

Cooking Steps

1
Sauté spices.
2
Add rice + vegetables + water.
3
Cook covered.

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