Chicken Liver & Egg Mix
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken liver, chopped
- 2 large eggs, whole
- 2 tbsp salmon oil
- 1/4 cup cooked pumpkin, mashed
- 1/4 cup cooked brown rice
- 2 tbsp bone meal powder
- 1/2 tsp taurine powder
- 1/4 tsp iodized salt
- 1/2 cup water
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and add the chicken liver, cooking for 10-12 minutes until fully cooked through with no pink remaining.
- Remove the liver from water and let it cool slightly, then chop into small, bite-sized pieces suitable for cats.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the two eggs thoroughly and scramble them in a non-stick pan over medium-low heat until fully cooked, breaking into small curds.
- Steam or boil the pumpkin until soft, then mash it finely and measure out 1/4 cup.
- Cook the brown rice according to package directions until very soft, allowing it to cool before mixing.
- Combine the cooked chicken liver, scrambled eggs, mashed pumpkin, and brown rice in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the salmon oil, bone meal powder, taurine powder, and iodized salt, mixing thoroughly until evenly distributed.
- Add the water gradually while stirring to achieve a moist, pâté-like consistency that cats prefer.
- Portion the mixture into daily servings using an ice cube tray or small containers, storing appropriately.
💊 Required Supplements
Add 1/2 tsp taurine powder per batch (essential amino acid for heart and eye health), 2 tbsp bone meal powder per batch (calcium and phosphorus source for bone health), and 2 tbsp salmon oil per batch (omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA for skin and coat support). Do not skip taurine supplementation as cats cannot synthesize sufficient amounts endogenously.
Nutritional Analysis
1/2 cup (for 10lb cat, approximately 1/6 of daily intake)| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 22g (48% DM) |
| Fat | 16g (32% DM) |
| Carbohydrates | 8g (12% DM) |
| Fiber | 1.5g (3% DM) |
| Moisture | 68% |
| Calcium | 1.8% DM |
| Phosphorus | 1.2% DM |
| Ca:P Ratio | 1.5:1 |
🧊 Safety & Storage
Refrigerate portions in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days. Freeze individual portions in ice cube trays for up to 2 months. Thaw frozen portions overnight in the refrigerator, never at room temperature. Always serve at room temperature or slightly warmed. Discard any uneaten food left out for more than 2 hours. Wash all surfaces and utensils thoroughly with hot soapy water after preparation.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Do not substitute chicken liver with beef liver without adjusting quantities, as beef liver has different vitamin A and copper levels that can cause toxicity if overfed. Avoid replacing salmon oil with vegetable oils like canola or olive oil, as cats require preformed omega-3 fatty acids from animal sources. Do not omit the taurine supplement under any circumstances, as deficiency causes dilated cardiomyopathy and retinal degeneration. Pumpkin can be substituted with sweet potato in equal amounts, but never use raw or canned pumpkin pie filling.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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