One common question as you begin the carnivore diet is: “What’s on the menu?” Carnivore simplifies eating to its essence—meat, fat, and salt—but choosing the right cuts matters. This guide provides a detailed, NZ-focused food list—including curated product options from The Carnivore Crate—to make shopping and cooking effortless.
Core Principles of Carnivore Eating
The carnivore diet emphasizes animal-based foods only—zero carbs, no seed oils, and none of the plant antinutrients that can cause gut irritation or inflammation. Sticking with this way of eating supports digestion, metabolic stability, and overall well-being. Here, we focus on the strict carnivore approach, ideal for those seeking healing and clarity.
What to Eat on the Carnivore Diet
Grass‑Fed Beef (The Foundation)
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Carnivore Beef Box delivers:
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1.2–1.5 kg NZ Beef Picanha (rump-cap)
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2× 200 g NZ Sirloin Steaks (28‑day aged)
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2× 200 g NZ Scotch Fillet Steaks (28‑day aged)
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1 kg Beef Brisket Smash Burger Mince
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1 kg Carnivore Mince (a 60 % beef base blended with 25 % lambs fry/liver and 15 % beef heart)—the perfect intro to eating organ meats for nutritional balance
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NZ Lamb
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Mainland Pure Merino Lamb Box features premium, grass‑fed Merino lamb from the South Island’s high country and Canterbury plains. Available in whole or half:
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Includes lamb legs, shoulder, loin chops, ribs, patties, and sausages—delivering rich flavour, lean muscle cuts, and ample cooking options
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Pork
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100 % NZ Pork & Brisket Bacon—a fatty favourite for cooking and snacking.
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Libby’s Pork Crackling—a zero-carb treat with satisfying crunch.
Poultry & Eggs
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Free‑range chicken (thighs, wings, whole birds)
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Duck with skin for extra flavour and fat
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Great-value NZ eggs—ideal for daily protein.
Fats & Cooking Oils
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Vitallow Premium NZ Wagyu Tallow—a pure, stable cooking fat, ideal for searing and roasting.
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Libby's Pork Lard—for versatile high-heat cooking.
Snacks & Convenience Options
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Chief Nutrition Beef Bars—grass‑fed beef, shelf-stable, no sugar.
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Bite Meat Biltong—just meat and salt, ready to fuel you on the go.
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Bootleg Jerky Sampler—flavour-packed, carnivore-friendly jerky varieties .
Bone Broth & Collagen Support
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Mitchell’s Bone Broth Powder—nutrient-rich and easy to prepare.
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Chief Nutrition Grass‑Fed Collagen—tasteless powder for muscle and joint recovery.
What to Avoid (for a Strict Carnivore Reset)
To fully benefit from your carnivore reset—especially if aiming for healing or gut repair—avoid:
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Fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, seeds
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All plant oils (olive, avocado, canola, etc.)
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Sweeteners and spices
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Coffee and tea (unless you tolerate them well)
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Dairy (reintroduce only after adaptation).
NZ Shopping Tips for Carnivores
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Choose your crate based on variety and preference—opt for Beef Box for beef variety, Canterbury for beef + lamb, or Mainland Pure Merino Lamb Box for premium lamb.
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Prioritise fatty cuts and organ meats to support energy, hormonal balance, and vitamins.
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Support NZ farmers—our grass‑fed, pasture‑raised standards mean cleaner, more sustainable nutrition.
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Stock comprehensively—combine bulk cuts, fats, snacks, and collagen options to stay prepared and consistent.
Fuel Your Body Simply—and Effectively
A fridge stocked with the right cuts takes the guesswork out of eating. With quality, nutrient‑dense foods on hand, you’re set to improve digestion, reduce inflammation, and enhance your energy—all while simplifying your diet.
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