Turnip and Berry Pemmican
Turnip and Berry Pemmican is a traditional, high-energy survival food from North American Indigenous cultures, made by combining dried, shredded turnip with rendered animal fat and dried berries. It is a variation of classic pemmican, which typically uses dried meat, and was often prepared for long journeys or winter stores.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is extremely high in fat and calories for energy, with a moderate amount of protein and fiber from the turnip and berries. A single serving provides a dense source of calories, primarily from fat, along with key vitamins like Vitamin C and minerals like potassium.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 23 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 15 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 200 mg |
| Vitamin A | 45 mcg |
| Calcium | 30 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Phosphorus | 40 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
Per 1 bar (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Pemmican is a marvel of food preservation and portable nutrition, designed to last for years without spoiling. The addition of turnip and berries provides essential vitamins and antioxidants that would otherwise be lacking in a meat-and-fat-only diet.
