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Also known as: पकोड़ा
Pakoras are gram-flour (besan) fritters — besan is moderate-high in potassium and phosphorus, and deep-frying adds fat. Onion or potato pakoras add more potassium. Sodium from salt and chaat masala adds up. For CKD stages 3-5, avoid pakoras; the fried coating plus legume base is a potassium-phosphorus-fat triple hit.
Values are approximate, based on USDA FoodData Central and ICMR-NIN Indian Food Composition Tables. Actual values vary by variety, ripeness, serving size, and cooking method. The database rating is a general reference, not an individualized diet recommendation.
4 pieces (60g) — always count this toward your daily potassium, phosphorus, and (on dialysis) fluid budget.
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This content is a general reference, not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a treatment plan. Do not change your diet, fluids, medicines, or dialysis plan without your nephrologist or renal dietitian. Individual recommendations depend on your labs, medications, conditions, and care plan.