Pemmican: History's Power Bar
Offered By: Tasting History with Max Miller via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the history and preparation of pemmican, a traditional Native American food known as "history's power bar." Learn about its origins, cultural significance, and practical uses as a high-energy, long-lasting food source. Discover the ingredients and techniques used to make pemmican, including the use of dried meat, rendered fat, and berries. Gain insights into how this nutrient-dense food sustained indigenous peoples, fur traders, and explorers during long journeys and harsh winters. Understand the impact of pemmican on North American history and its relevance in modern survival and outdoor enthusiast communities. Follow along as the process of creating authentic pemmican is demonstrated, offering a hands-on experience in preserving this historical food tradition.
Syllabus
Pemmican: History's Power Bar
Taught by
Tasting History with Max Miller
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