Pemmican Glacé aux Mûres-Arctiques : La Collation Énergétique Douce de l'Arctique
(Cloudberry Frozen Pemmican: The Arctic's Sweet Energy Snack)
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Ingrédients
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200 grams Dried wild game meat (bison or beef jerky)
(Preferably lean meat, finely chopped or ground)
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150 grams Rendered tallow or suet
(Clean, odorless animal fat)
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100 grams Freeze-dried cloudberries
(If freeze-dried unavailable, use fresh cloudberries blended and partially dehydrated)
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50 grams Raw wild honey
(Natural binding agent and sweetener)
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25 grams Graines de chia
(Adds texture and omega-3 fatty acids)
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2 grams Sel marin
(Balances flavor)
(Preferably lean meat, finely chopped or ground)
(Clean, odorless animal fat)
(If freeze-dried unavailable, use fresh cloudberries blended and partially dehydrated)
(Natural binding agent and sweetener)
(Adds texture and omega-3 fatty acids)
(Balances flavor)
Nutrition
- Portions: 6
- Taille de portion: 1 bar (approx 50g)
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Fat: 25 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
- Calcium: 40 mg
- Iron: 3 mg
Instructions
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1 - Prepare the Meat Base:
Finely chop or grind the dried wild game meat until it reaches a powdery or flaky consistency.
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2 - Melt the Fat:
Gently melt the tallow or suet in a double boiler until liquid, careful not to overheat or render smoky.
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3 - Mix Ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, melted fat, freeze-dried cloudberries, raw honey (if using), chia seeds (if using), and sea salt. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is evenly blended.
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4 - Form Pemmican Bars:
Spread the mixture evenly into a shallow tray lined with parchment paper and press firmly to compact. Shape into bars or blocks about 1cm thick.
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5 - Freeze and Set:
Place the tray in the freezer for at least one hour, or until the bars are fully firm and frozen.
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6 - Store and Serve:
Cut the frozen slab into individual serving bars and store them in an airtight container in the freezer. Enjoy as an energizing, flavorful snack.
Finely chop or grind the dried wild game meat until it reaches a powdery or flaky consistency.
Gently melt the tallow or suet in a double boiler until liquid, careful not to overheat or render smoky.
In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, melted fat, freeze-dried cloudberries, raw honey (if using), chia seeds (if using), and sea salt. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is evenly blended.
Spread the mixture evenly into a shallow tray lined with parchment paper and press firmly to compact. Shape into bars or blocks about 1cm thick.
Place the tray in the freezer for at least one hour, or until the bars are fully firm and frozen.
Cut the frozen slab into individual serving bars and store them in an airtight container in the freezer. Enjoy as an energizing, flavorful snack.
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About Cloudberry Frozen Pemmican
The Cloudberry Frozen Pemmican is an inspired fusion of Indigenous North American survival food and the unique tart flavor of Arctic cloudberries. Traditional pemmican is a dense, long-lasting energy source consisting of dried meat and rendered fat—often used by hunters and travelers in challenging conditions. Here, we creatively incorporate wild cloudberries, which are prized in Canadian Arctic and Nordic regions for their bright flavor and nutritional value.
This recipe balances the high-protein, high-fat base of pemmican with the natural sweetness, antioxidants, and vitamin C of freeze-dried cloudberries. We optionalize raw wild honey and chia seeds to enhance binding, texture, and nutrient profile. By freezing the mixture into convenient bars, the dish transforms into a refreshing snack that can sustain you during vigorous outdoor activities or as a unique on-the-go dessert.
Tips and Notes
- Ensure the dried meat is unsweetened and preservative-free to keep the pemmican authentic.
- If fresh cloudberries can't be found, substitute with other native frozen berries but the unique cloudberry tartness is remarkable.
- Store the bars frozen to maintain texture; they soften quickly at room temperature.
- This recipe honors historical Indigenous food practices while merging modern culinary creativity.
Cultural Significance
Pemmican played a crucial role for Indigenous peoples of North America, especially in the prairies and northern regions, as a preserved, nutrient-dense food vital for survival during harsh winters and long hunting trips. Including cloudberries evokes the northern wilderness traditions.
Enjoy this specialized Arctic-inspired snack that truly harmonizes culture, nutrition, and flavour in one travel-ready, frozen bite.
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