Tuna & Sardine Pate
Ingredients
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna in water, drained
- 1 can (3.75 oz) sardines in water, drained
- 2 tablespoons cooked pumpkin puree (plain, not pie filling)
- 1 large egg, hard-boiled and finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon sunflower oil
- 1/2 teaspoon taurine powder
- 1/4 teaspoon iodized salt (optional)
- 1/4 cup water (from tuna/sardine cans or fresh)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Drain the tuna and sardines, reserving some liquid.
- In a mixing bowl, combine tuna, sardines, and hard-boiled egg. Mash thoroughly with a fork until a uniform pate consistency forms.
- Add pumpkin puree, sunflower oil, taurine powder, and salt (if using). Mix well.
- Gradually add reserved fish water or fresh water to achieve desired moisture level.
- Portion into daily servings and store appropriately.
💊 Required Supplements
Taurine: 500 mg per day (essential for heart and eye health). If using a complete feline vitamin powder, follow manufacturer's label for a 5 lb cat. Do NOT add additional taurine if using a pre-mixed supplement containing it.
Nutritional Analysis
Approximately 1/2 recipe per day (for a 10 lb cat)| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 42g (48% DM) |
| Fat | 18g (22% DM) |
| Carbohydrates | 6g (8% DM) |
| Fiber | 1.5g (2% DM) |
| Moisture | 72% |
| Calcium | 0.3% DM |
| Phosphorus | 0.8% DM |
| Ca:P Ratio | 0.4:1 |
🧊 Safety & Storage
Refrigerate in airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw in refrigerator overnight. Serve at room temperature. Always wash hands and surfaces after handling raw egg.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Do NOT substitute tuna with raw fish (parasite risk). Do NOT use pumpkin pie filling (toxic spices). Do NOT omit taurine (causes blindness and heart failure). Do NOT use dog supplements (different requirements). Do NOT add onion, garlic, or chives (toxic to cats).
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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