Is Russian-Style Borscht (HK) safe for CKD patients?

This Chinese recipe is rated Avoid for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Per serving it has 680mg sodium, 520mg potassium, and 140mg phosphorus. Always check against your daily targets from your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How can I make Russian-Style Borscht (HK) 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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Russian-Style Borscht (HK)

Hong Kong cafe-style 'Russian' soup — beef, tomato, cabbage, carrot. Not actual borscht.

Prep time 75 min

Servings 4

Calories 210 kcal

CKD Avoid

Nutrition (per serving)

210

Calories

140mg

Phosphorus

140 / 800mg

680mg

Sodium

680 / 2000mg

520mg

Potassium

520 / 2000mg

CKD Tip

Tomato + cabbage = K. Skim fat.

Ingredients

300g beef chunks
Tomato, cabbage, carrot
Onion, celery
Tomato paste
Salt, pepper

Beef Cha Chaan Teng Hong Kong Russian Influence Soup Tomato

Cooking Steps

1
Simmer beef 45 min.
2
Add vegetables.
3
Add tomato paste, season.

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