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Dine with your dog: Barking beef broccoli & rice stir fry

TrustedHousesitters blog writer Lydia Paladina
Lydia Paladina
06 January 20242 min read
beef dog treat recipe with veg

Barking Beef, Broccoli & Rice Stir Fry

Looking for a simple but scrumptious dinner for your doggo? This healthy and hardy meal is great for packing in some extra vitamins and minerals. Soy-sauce-free and with completely canine-considered ingredients, this is an excellent addition to your pupper’s weekly mealtime schedule. What’s more, this recipe has been reviewed by a vet to confirm that it’s a suitable and tasty treat for your canine companion that doesn’t compromise their health. A beef dog treat recipe with veg? Let’s go!

Timings and servings:

  • Servings

    4

  • Prep time

    10 mins

  • Cooking time

    10 mins

  • Total time

    20 mins

Ingredients:

2 cups (350g) brown rice, steamed

1/2 cup (65g) shredded carrots, steamed

1/2 cup (55g) chopped broccoli, steamed

1 teaspoon coconut oil

1 lb (500g) ground beef

Method:

1.

Cook rice separately in either a pan or a rice steamer.

2.

Steam your broccoli and carrots in ½ a cup of water in a separate pan or steamer until they’re soft. Drain the water and set it aside (out of paws reach!).

3.

In a large frying pan, heat the coconut oil on a medium-high heat before adding in the ground beef. Cook until browned.

4.

Add the steamed carrots and broccoli and mix while on medium heat.

5.

Add in the rice and mix with everything else on medium heat for 5 mins.

6.

Allow to cool and either serve at room temperature or portion into bags to refrigerate or freeze for another day.

Top tips for humans! 

Did you know this recipe contains all human-safe ingredients, which means you can share this meal with your four-pawed pal? Once dished out to your dog, we recommend adding in some garlic, ginger, and chilli for yourself, finishing with a dash of soy sauce!

Meet our veterinary expert, Hannah

This article has been checked by veterinarian Dr Hannah Godfrey BVetMed MRCV. Hannah graduated form the Royal Veterinary College in 2011 and worked in mixed practice for a few years before focusing on small animal work. Clinically, she worked in a busy, multi-centre, hospital practice until 2018, where she underwent training in advanced canine and feline dentistry and began working towards a Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice. She then moved to a local independent practice to care for the pets nearby, allowing more time to focus on other career avenues. Hannah has been writing for the Veterinary Content Company since January 2021, and has since written for a diverse range of clients, including pet websites, vet practice, drug companies, journals, and veterinary educators. Alongside working with the Veterinary Content Company, Hannah is a Scientific Editor, working on manuscripts prior to and following peer review, and works as Community Lead for a team of Veterinary Human Factors trainers.

Disclaimer

Always consult with your veterinarian before altering your pet's diet. Each pet is unique, with factors like age, breed, and health influencing nutritional requirements, so check with your vet if you are unsure whether a particular recipe is suitable for your pet. Be mindful of potential allergies, and seek veterinary advice for adverse reactions. Regular veterinary check-ups are essential for assessing overall health and discussing dietary needs. This information is general and not a substitute for professional veterinary guidance. This recipe is intended as a treat and should only be fed occasionally, in moderation. It does not constitute a nutritionally complete diet, and therefore, is not suitable for regular feeding.

Not only does this dish contain carrots - an amazingly beneficial boost for your bark baby - it’s also a safe diabetic dog treat recipe, although it’s important to keep your diabetic dog’s diet as stable and predictable as possible. Paw-some! If you’d like to share your healthy hound recipes, head to our community forum to start the discussion with other pet parents.

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