Plains Pemmican(Traditional)

Prep: 30 min

Plains Pemmican is a traditional Native American preserved food combining dried buffalo meat, berries, and rendered fat. Rich in flavor and energy, it offers a savory, slightly sweet taste. This portable, long-lasting delicacy suits outdoor enthusiasts, adventurers, or anyone interested in historical cuisine.

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Ingredients

  • dry, long, thin strips buffalo meat
  • dried serviceberries

Instructions

  1. Pound the dry, long, thin strips of buffalo meat into coarse powder.
  2. Cut raw fat into walnut-sized pieces and melt over slow fire.
  3. Pour the melted fat over the powdered meat and mix in dried serviceberries.
  4. Mix well and pack the mixture into parfletches or small containers.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

25 kcal 1% DV

Macronutrients

Protein 5.1g 10% DV
Total Fat 0.3g
Carbs 0g
Fiber 0g
Sugar 0g

Electrolytes

Sodium 13.3mg 1% DV
Potassium 74.3mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 11.5mg 4% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Calcium 3mg
Iron 0.4mg 2% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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