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Egg White & Rice Cat Bowl
A light, low-phosphorus bowl for older cats whose vet has asked you to ease back on rich organ meats, using cooked egg white as the protein.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Yields
About 2 cups
Level
easy
Ingredients
- 4 large egg whites
- 3/4 cup cooked white rice
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp unsalted butter
Steps
- Melt the butter in a small non-stick pan over low heat.
- Add the egg whites and stir gently until just set, keeping them soft rather than browned.
- Chop the set egg whites into small pieces.
- Fold the rice and water through the egg so the bowl stays moist.
- Cool to room temperature before serving.
Substitutions
- Cooked, well-mashed potato in place of the rice.
Portion guide
Suggested portions only, your vet knows your pet's needs best.
Portion calculator
Enter your cat's weight for a scaled serving suggestion.
Suggested portion
⅜ cup per meal
1 kg12 kg
Starting point only, adjust for activity, body condition, and vet guidance.
| Pet weight | Suggested portion |
|---|---|
| 3 kg | ~1/3 cup per meal |
| 5 kg | ~1/2 cup per meal |
| 8 kg | ~3/4 cup per meal |
Nutrition & calorie check
Estimated calories per serving compared to your pet's daily energy need.
Nutrition estimate
Rough estimate from common ingredient values, not a substitute for a veterinary nutrition plan.
Whole recipe
580 kcal
Per cup
290 kcal
Daily energy need
238 kcal
One serving uses ~122% of daily calories290 / 238 kcal
Do not feed
- Onion, garlic, chives, leeks (toxic in any form)
- Cow's milk (most cats cannot digest it)
- Raw egg white
See our full Safety & Nutrition guide.
Storage
Refrigerate up to 2 days. Best made fresh.
Vet disclaimer: Companion Paws Kitchen recipes are educational. They are not a substitute for veterinary advice or a complete-and-balanced commercial diet. Always consult your vet before introducing new foods, especially for puppies, kittens, seniors, pregnant pets, or pets with medical conditions.
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