Tuna & Sardine Pate
Ingredients
- 8 oz canned tuna in water, drained
- 4 oz canned sardines in water, drained
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp sunflower oil
- 1/4 cup water or low-sodium fish broth
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Drain the canned tuna and sardines thoroughly, reserving the liquid from one can to use as broth.
- In a medium bowl, mash the tuna and sardines together with a fork until a fine, uniform consistency is achieved.
- Crack the eggs into the bowl and mix thoroughly until fully incorporated with the fish.
- Add sunflower oil and water/fish broth, then stir until a smooth pate texture forms.
- Divide into individual meal portions using an ice cube tray or small containers.
- Refrigerate immediately and use within 3-4 days, or freeze portions for up to 2 months.
💊 Required Supplements
For a 10 lb (4.5 kg) adult cat, add per batch: 1/4 tsp iodized salt, 1/8 tsp potassium chloride, 1000 IU vitamin E, 50 mg B-complex, 25 mg iron, 10 mg zinc, 500 mcg taurine, 5000 IU vitamin A, 400 IU vitamin D3, 100 mg calcium carbonate. Mix all supplements thoroughly into the final mixture before portioning.
Nutritional Analysis
3.5 oz (100g) per meal for 10lb cat| Calories | 285 kcal |
| Protein | 24g (42% DM) |
| Fat | 18g (32% DM) |
| Carbohydrates | 2g (4% DM) |
| Fiber | 0.5g (1% DM) |
| Moisture | 68% |
| Calcium | 0.8% DM |
| Phosphorus | 0.7% DM |
| Ca:P Ratio | 1.14:1 |
🧊 Safety & Storage
Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, or freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw frozen portions overnight in the refrigerator. Never leave food out at room temperature for more than 30 minutes. Wash hands and all surfaces thoroughly after handling raw eggs. Discard any uneaten food after your cat has finished eating.
⚠️ Recipe Drift Warning
Do not substitute tuna with albacore due to higher mercury content. Avoid sardines packed in oil or with added salt. Do not replace eggs with alternatives without adjusting calcium and protein calculations. Sunflower oil should not be replaced with fish oil without recalculating fatty acid ratios. Any ingredient changes require complete nutritional recalculation.
⚕️ Always consult your veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.
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