Chicken Liver & Egg Mix
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken liver (raw, trimmed of fat)
- 4 large eggs (whole, including shells for calcium)
- 2 tbsp sardines in water (drained, no salt added)
- 1 tbsp salmon oil
- 1/2 cup cooked pumpkin (plain, no spices)
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1/4 cup water or low-sodium chicken broth
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Rinse chicken liver thoroughly and chop into small, uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Place chicken liver in a pot with enough water to cover; bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes until liver is cooked through with no pink center; drain and set aside to cool.
- Hard-boil eggs by placing in boiling water for 10 minutes, then transfer to ice water; peel and finely chop including crushed shells (washed and dried).
- In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken liver, chopped eggs with shells, drained sardines, and cooked pumpkin.
- Add salmon oil and nutritional yeast; mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Add water or broth to achieve desired consistency for your cat's preference.
- Portion into daily servings and store appropriately.
💊 Required Supplements
For a 10 lb adult cat, add per daily serving: Taurine 200mg, Vitamin E 10 IU, Zinc (zinc gluconate) 5mg, Biotin 0.5mg. These are critical for skin health and must be added after cooking to preserve efficacy. Consult your veterinarian before adjusting dosages.
Nutritional Analysis
1/2 cup (for 10lb cat)| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 26g (42% DM) |
| Fat | 18g (29% DM) |
| Carbohydrates | 8g (13% DM) |
| Fiber | 2g (3% DM) |
| Moisture | 68% |
| Calcium | 1.1% DM |
| Phosphorus | 0.8% DM |
| Ca:P Ratio | 1.4:1 |
🧊 Safety & Storage
Store in airtight glass containers in refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze individual portions in silicone molds for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen portions overnight in refrigerator, never at room temperature. Discard any uneaten food left out for more than 2 hours. Always wash hands and surfaces thoroughly after handling raw liver and eggs.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Do NOT substitute chicken liver with beef or pork liver as they have significantly different vitamin A and copper levels that can cause toxicity or deficiency. Do NOT omit eggshells or replace with calcium carbonate powder without veterinary guidance—incorrect calcium ratios cause serious bone and kidney issues. Do NOT add onions, garlic, grapes, or any seasonings as these are toxic to cats. Do NOT use raw eggs due to avidin interference with biotin absorption and salmonella risk.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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