Q&A for How to Make Pemmican

Lard should not be used in this recipe, for a few reasons. One, it is unwise to use pig products in a recipe that isn't being cooked. The other reason is that lard isn't solid at room temperature, which is necessary for the pemmican to solidify.

No, you want animal fat that is solid at room temperature. Try suet, which you can find at your local butcher's counter.

You sure can! You can try any kind of nut, dried fruit, and even herbs and spices! Just make sure any ingredients you use are completely dry, as any non-dry ingredients will cause your pemmican to go bad.

Yes, the meat should be raw. You can use any kind of meat, but should probably not use pig or poultry, as again, it is consumed raw.

You can use any kind of beef. Grass fed beef is recommended due to the higher nutrition content.