HOMEMADE VENISON & ZUCCHINI CAT FOOD

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"Gourmet homemade cat food featuring ground venison, diced zucchini, eggs, and supplements on a marble countertop under soft natural light"

Homemade Venison & Zucchini Cat Food

(Nutrient-Rich, Novel Protein Recipe)

Professional kitchen workspace with ground venison, zucchini, eggs and supplements on marble countertop, stainless steel food processor and premium cookware

Key Info

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Servings: 4-5 days (one adult cat)
  • Calories: 245 per serving
  • Protein: 32g
  • Fat: 12g
  • Difficulty: Intermediate
  • Dietary Tags: Grain-free, Novel Protein, Hypoallergenic

Equipment Needed

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Food processor/grinder
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Heavy-bottom cooking pan
  • Storage containers

Alternative: Hand mincer instead of food processor

Ingredients

Main Components:
  • 454g/1lb ground venison (or hand-minced venison meat)
  • 57g/2oz organic zucchini, finely diced
  • 30ml/2 tbsp coconut oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 240ml/1 cup bone broth (or filtered water)
Supplements:
  • 2 tbsp HVB Feline Blend
  • 2 tsp Omega-3 fish oil
  • 500mg taurine powder

Method

  1. Heat pan to medium and melt coconut oil
  2. Add ground venison, breaking up any chunks
    Cook until slightly pink inside (63°C/145°F)

    3. Sizzling ground venison with pink center in a pan with melted coconut oil, under professional food photography lighting

  3. Add diced zucchini and cracked eggs
    Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes

    4. Diced zucchini and egg yolks being added into a pan with venison under dramatic lighting

  4. Pour in bone broth to cool mixture
    Reduce heat to low
  5. Remove from heat and let cool for 5-7 minutes
  6. Add all supplements and mix thoroughly

    7. Overhead view of a professional supplement station with cooling meat mixture and supplements including taurine powder, omega-3 oil, and HVB blend in small glass bowls

  7. Process to desired consistency in food processor
    (Aim for mousse-like texture)

Crucial Tips

  • Never skip the taurine supplement
  • Use room temperature eggs to prevent shocking the meat
  • Process in small batches for even texture
  • Cool completely before storing

Storage

  • Refrigerate: Up to 4 days in airtight containers
  • Freeze: Up to 3 months in portion-sized containers
  • Thaw: Overnight in refrigerator

Cat food with mousse-like texture and visible zucchini being portioned into glass storage containers under studio lighting

Common Mistakes

  • Overcooking the meat (destroys nutrients)
  • Skipping supplements
  • Not measuring ingredients precisely
  • Using non-cat-specific supplements

Variations

  • Substitute ground rabbit for venison
  • Add 1 tbsp pureed organic pumpkin for fiber
  • Use chicken bone broth for extra flavor
  • Include 1 tsp ground eggshell for calcium (if not using supplement blend)

Scaling

  • Recipe doubles easily
  • Freeze extra portions in ice cube trays
  • Thaw only what’s needed for 2-3 days

This recipe provides a balanced, species-appropriate meal when made with all listed supplements. Always consult your veterinarian before changing your cat’s diet, especially if they have existing health conditions.

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