Is Yum Pla Duk Foo safe for CKD patients?

This Thai recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 1080mg sodium, 420mg potassium, and 340mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Yum Pla Duk Foo 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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🇹🇭 Thailand · Thai

Yum Pla Duk Foo

Crispy fluffed catfish topped with green mango salad — textural contrast classic.

Prep time 40 min

Servings 2

Calories 380 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

380

Calories

340mg

Phosphorus

340 / 800mg

1080mg

Sodium

1080 / 2000mg

420mg

Potassium

420 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Crispy fish absorbs Na. Use less.

Ingredients

1 catfish, shredded + fried
Green mango
Cashew, dried shrimp
Fish sauce dressing

Catfish Central Thai Crispy Mango Salad Yum

Cooking Steps

1
Bake catfish, shred, fry crispy.
2
Make green mango dressing.
3
Top fish with salad.

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