Description
These Cranberry-Studded Pemmican Blocks combine savory ground beef jerky and rich beef tallow with the sweet tartness of dried cranberries and honey, creating a nutrient-dense, shelf-stable snack perfect for energy on the go.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup beef tallow
- 2 cups ground beef jerky
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Melt beef tallow: Slowly melt the beef tallow in a pan over low heat until it turns liquid without browning.
- Combine jerky and honey: Add the ground beef jerky and honey to the melted tallow, stirring continuously until thoroughly mixed and uniform.
- Add cranberries and nuts: Stir in the dried cranberries and nuts if using, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Set in baking dish: Pour the mixture into a lined baking dish, spreading it evenly to ensure consistent thickness.
- Chill and cut blocks: Refrigerate the mixture until it firms up completely, then cut into blocks for serving or storage.
Notes
- Use low heat to prevent burning the beef tallow.
- Nuts can be omitted for a nut-free version or substituted with your favorite variety.
- Store the pemmican blocks in the refrigerator or a cool place to maintain firmness.
- This snack is high in energy and ideal for outdoor activities and long trips.
- Adjust honey amount for sweetness preference, but too much may affect shelf stability.
