Traditional High-Energy Pemmican Bars

Thermomix recipe: Traditional High-Energy Pemmican Bars. Ready in 22 minutes. Serves 12. Step-by-step Thermomix instructions on Chef Amai.

Ingredients

• 250 g dried beef jerky (unsweetened, unmarinated)
• 300 g rendered beef tallow
• 50 g dried cranberries (optional)
• 20 g honey (optional, approx. 1 tbsp)

Instructions

1. Ensure the Thermomix bowl is completely dry and clean before starting.
2. Add the dried beef jerky to the Thermomix bowl. Grind for 30 seconds / Speed 10. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with the spatula. Repeat if necessary until a fine, powdery texture is achieved.
3. Transfer the ground meat powder to a separate bowl and set aside.
4. Add the rendered beef tallow to the clean, dry Thermomix bowl. Melt for 5-7 minutes / 80°C / Speed 1, or until completely liquid.
5. Add the ground meat powder back into the bowl with the melted tallow. If using, add the dried cranberries and honey now.
6. Mix for 30 seconds / Speed 3 / Reverse to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
7. Pause and scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl with the spatula to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
8. Mix for another 15 seconds / Speed 3 / Reverse if needed to achieve an even consistency.
9. Pour the mixture into a parchment-lined square or rectangular container (approximately 15x15 cm) or individual silicone molds. Press down very firmly with a spatula to compact the pemmican.
10. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the pemmican is completely firm.
11. Once firm, remove the pemmican from the container and cut into desired bars or squares for serving.

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