Homemade Turkey & Sweet Potato Balanced Cat Meal

A veterinarian-approved recipe that provides complete nutrition for your feline friend.

KEY INFO

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4-5 adult cat meals
Cost: $10-15
Difficulty: Easy

NUTRITIONAL PROFILE

High protein
Moderate fat
Low carbohydrate
Taurine-enriched
Calcium-fortified

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

Essential:

Large skillet or frying pan
Mixing bowl
Measuring cups and spoons
Food processor or blender (or potato masher)

INGREDIENTS

Main Components:

500g (1.1 lb) lean ground turkey
100g (3.5 oz) sweet potato
1 large egg with shell
1 tablespoon olive oil or fish oil

Supplements:

1000mg taurine powder
1 teaspoon calcium carbonate powder
1 feline multivitamin capsule

METHOD

Heat skillet over medium heat (no oil needed).
Cook ground turkey until internal temperature reaches 165°F (no pink remaining).
Meanwhile, peel and dice sweet potato, boil until fork-tender (about 15 minutes).
Hard-boil egg (10 minutes), cool in ice water, crush shell finely.
Mash sweet potato until smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine:
- Cooked turkey
- Mashed sweet potato
- Crushed egg with shell
- Oil
- All supplements
Mix thoroughly or pulse in a food processor for a smoother consistency.

CRUCIAL TIPS

Never skip supplements – they’re essential for complete nutrition.
Always cook turkey thoroughly.
Cool completely before serving.
Start with small portions when transitioning.

STORAGE

Refrigerate up to 3 days.
Freeze individual portions up to 2 months.
Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID

Don’t eyeball supplement measurements.
Never serve raw or undercooked turkey.
Don’t switch diets suddenly – transition over 7-10 days.

VARIATIONS

Substitute chicken for turkey.
Use pumpkin instead of sweet potato.
Add 1 tsp bone meal if omitting eggshell.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Always consult your veterinarian before switching to homemade cat food. This recipe is meant to supplement, not replace, professional veterinary advice.