Homemade Low-Carb Liver & Green Bean Cat Food Recipe

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HOMEMADE LOW-CARB LIVER & GREEN BEAN CAT MEAL

A protein-rich, grain-free meal perfect for your feline friend.

KEY INFO
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Servings: 4-5 cat portions
  • Cost: $10-15
  • Difficulty: Easy
NUTRITIONAL PROFILE
  • High in protein
  • Rich in taurine
  • Low-carb
  • Grain-free
  • No common allergens

Fresh chicken liver and green beans on a wooden cutting board in a bright kitchen, with a professional knife nearby

EQUIPMENT NEEDED
  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups/spoons
  • Alternative: Food processor for finer texture
INGREDIENTS

Main Components:

  • 1 cup chicken liver (225g)
  • 1/4 cup green beans (30g)
  • 1 tablespoon fish oil (15ml)
  • 1/4 teaspoon taurine supplement

Optional:

  • Pinch of salt
METHOD

1. Prep Ingredients

  • Clean and pat dry chicken liver
  • Trim and finely chop green beans

Sizzling chicken liver in a black cast iron skillet with steam rising, under warm kitchen lighting, turning a golden brown color

2. Cook Liver

  • Heat skillet over medium heat (no oil needed)
  • Cook liver for 8-10 minutes until no pink remains
  • Let cool completely

3. Process Liver

  • Finely chop cooled liver
  • (Or pulse in food processor for finer texture)

Steaming vibrant green beans in a steel steamer basket with wisps of steam rising, illuminated by soft natural light from a kitchen window

4. Prepare Vegetables

  • Steam green beans for 5 minutes until tender
  • Chop finely when cooled

5. Combine

  • Mix liver, green beans, fish oil, and taurine in bowl
  • Stir until thoroughly combined

Sequence of images showing the fine chopping process of liver and beans on a clean white cutting board in a professional kitchen setup

CRUCIAL TIPS
  • Never serve raw liver
  • Chop ingredients very finely for easier eating
  • Cool completely before mixing
  • Ensure even distribution of supplements
STORAGE & SERVING
  • Refrigerate up to 3 days
  • Freeze portions up to 1 month
  • Serve at room temperature
  • Portion size: ~1/4 cup per meal for average adult cat

Cat meal prepared in a glass mixing bowl, showcasing layers of ingredients with fish oil drizzle, in a clean modern kitchen

VARIATIONS
  • Substitute beef liver for chicken
  • Add cooked egg yolk for extra nutrients
  • Adjust texture based on cat’s preference
COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID
  • Overcooking liver (becomes tough)
  • Skipping taurine supplement
  • Not chopping ingredients finely enough
  • Serving portions too large
SCALING
  • Recipe doubles easily
  • Freeze extra portions in ice cube trays
  • Thaw overnight in refrigerator

This recipe provides a balanced, nutritious meal for your cat while controlling carbohydrate intake. Always consult your veterinarian before making significant changes to your cat’s diet.

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