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Poached White Fish

Gentle cooking method with minimal seasonings for sensitive kidneys.

20 minutes
160 calories
Medium
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Kidney-Friendly Recipe

Ingredients

  • 4 oz white fish fillet (cod, tilapia, or sole)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 lemon, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1Bring water to a gentle simmer in a large skillet.
  2. 2Add thyme, parsley, and lemon slices to the water.
  3. 3Carefully place fish fillet in the simmering water.
  4. 4Poach for 8-10 minutes until fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
  5. 5Remove fish from water and season with salt and pepper.
  6. 6Serve immediately.

Why This Recipe is Kidney-Friendly

This recipe is specifically designed for Stage 5 CKD. It follows the dietary guidelines of limiting sodium to <2,000mg, potassium to <2,000mg, and phosphorus to <800mg. The focus is on protein monitoring and phosphorus control.

Low PhosphorusLow SodiumStage 5 CKD

Nutrition Facts

Calories160
Protein24g
Sodium120mg
Potassium280mg
Carbohydrates6g

Dietary Tags

Low PhosphorusLow Sodium

Recipe Info

Prep Time20 minutes
DifficultyMedium
Servings1 serving
StageStage 5 CKD
Meal TypeDinner