#pemmican — Public Fediverse posts
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How to Make #Pemmican: A Traditional Native Dish
By Maria, Posted on May 2, 2025
"Readers, have you ever wondered about the nutritional powerhouse that sustained #IndigenousPeoples across North America for centuries? It’s pemmican, a truly remarkable food. This ancient recipe is not only delicious but also incredibly practical for survival situations and outdoor adventures. I’ve spent years researching and preparing pemmican; this article will be your comprehensive guide to mastering this skill.
"Making pemmican is a journey back in time, connecting us to the resourceful ingenuity of Native cultures. This detailed guide will empower you to create your own delicious and nutritious pemmican.
Understanding the History and Significance of Pemmican
"Pemmican’s origins trace back to Indigenous communities across North America. This energy-dense food played a crucial role in their survival, particularly during long journeys or harsh winters. It was a staple in their diets, providing essential nutrients.
"Various Indigenous groups developed unique variations using locally available ingredients. The core components, however, remained relatively consistent: lean meat, fat, and berries. This ensured a balanced nutritional profile.
"Pemmican’s significance extends beyond its nutritional value. It represents a deep connection to cultural heritage and traditional practices. Learning to make pemmican is a journey of understanding and respect.
Learn more [original website may be compromised]:
https://www.nativefoods.info/how-to-make-pemmican-a-traditional-native-dish/Archived version:
https://archive.ph/L7Ex5#SolarPunkSunday #AnimalProducts
#MeatProducts #PreservingMeat
#PemmicanRecipes #NativeAmericanFoods #TraditionalFoods #FoodPreservation #NativeAmericanFoods -
How to Make #Pemmican
Co-authored by Jessica Gibson Reviewed by Ashley Crawford
Last Updated: February 24, 2025"Pemmican is a traditional #NativeAmerican food known to last for years when it's prepared properly. To make your own, choose high-quality ingredients, such as dried fish or meat, dried berries, and fat. Grind the protein and berries until they're powdery and then mix them with warm rendered fat to make a thick paste. You can spread the pemmican flat and cut it into strips or shape it into a log for easy slicing."
Learn more:
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Pemmican#SolarPunkSunday #AnimalProducts
#MeatProducts #PreservingMeat
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#Pemmican: The Original #SurvivalFood | #AncientRecipes With Sohla
Apr 16, 2022
"To celebrate Native American Heritage Month, Sohla recreates pemmican, a super food made of meat, fat and berries that dates back over 5,000 years. Plus Sohla speaks with indigenous chef #SeanSherman to learn more about the history of this remarkable dish, in this episode of Ancient Recipes with Sohla."
Watch:
https://seansherman.com/pemmican-the-original-survival-food-ancient-recipes-with-sohla/#SolarPunkSunday #AnimalProducts #MeatProducts #PreservingMeat #PemmicanRecipes #NativeAmericanFoods #TraditionalFoods #FoodPreservation
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Traditional Pemmican Recipe
by Ana Stahlman
Ingredients
Grass-Fed Top Round Steak 2 lbs [or bison]
Apple (or any fruit you prefer) 1/2 cup
Tallow 1 cupUtensils
Oven or Food Dehydrator
Blender/ Food Processor
Knife
Saucepan
Mixing BowlInstructions
Trim all the fat and slice the steak, cut in thin strips.
Pound the meat to flatten- paper thin.
Using an Oven
Preheat the oven to 175°F
Place the meat strips on a wire rack over a baking sheet to allow air circulation.
Dry the meat in the oven for several hours at least 3-4, turning occasionally, until it is completely dry and brittle.Using a Dehydrator:
Arrange the meat strips on dehydrator trays.
Set the dehydrator to 145°F (63°C) and dry for 6–12 hours, or until the meat is hard and snaps easily.Once cooled, grind the meat using a food processor.
If using dried apples or berries, ensure they are fully dehydrated. Grind the berries into small pieces or a powder
Place the tallow in a saucepan over low heat,
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground meat and fruit. Gradually add the tallow to the dry mixture, stirring continuously, until the mixture holds together but is not overly greasy.
Press the mixture into molds, a baking dish, or form into bars or balls by hand. Allow the pemmican to cool and harden at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
Store in airtight containers in a cool, dry place. For extended shelf life, consider vacuum sealing or refrigerating.
Archived version:
https://web.archive.org/web/20250514170418/https://grassrootscoop.com/blogs/recipes/traditional-pemmican-recipe#SolarPunkSunday #AnimalProducts #Pemmican #NativeAmericanFoods #NativeAmericanRecipes
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We all have different culinary problems, and different culinary solutions!
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We all have different culinary problems, and different culinary solutions!
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Another recipe for #Pemmican, which involves #Tallow and a #FoodDehydrator...
Traditional Pemmican Recipe
Pemmican is a traditional food perfect for long-term storage, hiking, or emergency food supplies.
About the author:
"Ana Stahlman is originally from Blackfoot, Idaho but her tribal lineage is connected to the Tuscarora people of New York and Tlapaneca people of Southern Mexico. Stahlman is a Senior at Empire State University, studying Community and Human Services. She has repeatedly been on the Dean’s List within Empire State University. She hopes to continue her education to become a school social worker on or near native territories. In addition, Stahlman is a part of the Appalachian Leadership Institution program. The Appalachian Leadership Institute is a leadership training opportunity that equips Appalachian community leaders to use economic development as a tool to drive positive change. In Stahlman’s spare time she has created a Theater Club and Powwow Dance class at the Allegany Community Center (ACC).
"Ana has danced the native american, jingle dress since she was a little girl. As she got older, Ana found the passion for theater and other genres of dance. Her intent is to share and make creative spaces for people to express their inner emotions through performance art."Read more:
https://grassrootscoop.com/blogs/recipes/traditional-pemmican-recipe#AnimalProducts #SolarPunkSunday
#TraditionalFoods #Bison #SurvivalFood #CulturalSurvival #NativeAmericanRecipes #NativeAmericanFoods #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth -
I would probably substitute bison tallow for the lard, but this is pretty darn close to what I know as traditional #pemmican! I also believe that honey or maple syrup can be used in place of refined sugar.
Pemmican
By Patricia RowlandIngredients
Dried meat (buffalo, game or beef)
Dried #chokecherries (juneberries can be used as well) (use about the same amount as the dried meat)
Sugar to taste
Lard (to hold together) Do not use shortening or butter.Directions
Pound meat very thin and dry in the oven [or a food dehydrator]
Grind the dried meat in a food processor [or grinder].
Add the chokecherries and blend together.
The consistency should be dry and loose with fruit broken up.
Add melted lard slowly while mixing.
Two tablespoons of fat are used for each 4-5 ounces of meat plus 1/3 cup of fruit.
Fat changes the consistency and makes it appear semi-moist instead of dry and improves the flavor and texture. Store in paper bags."Archived version:
https://archive.ph/Qwr5s#AnimalProducts #SolarPunkSunday #TraditionalFoods #Bison #SurvivalFood #CulturalSurvival #NativeAmericanRecipes #NativeAmericanFoods #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
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Hey fellow #Canadians looking for some ultimate #MadeInCanada #Food? Check out #Mitsoh and their #Pemmican
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Years ago, I once posted a recipe for chokecherry jam and a guy flipped out on me, telling me that chokecherries are deadly poison. I told him that he was wrong, and that chokecherries were eaten by my ancestors for thousands of years. They are an ingredient in pemmican. Dude went off the fricking rails so hard he had me second-guessing myself. And I grew up foraging.
I wonder why that triggered him so hard? People are weird. #chokecherries #pemmican #IndigenousFood #foraging #forager #WildCraft
