Many enthusiasts on forums like Reddit argue that to get "true" pemmican, you must make it yourself. The process involves:

Finding "real" pemmican—defined as a simple, shelf-stable blend of dried meat powder and rendered fat—is difficult because most commercial "meat bars" contain moisture, sugars, and preservatives that disqualify them as true pemmican. Top Sources for Authentic Pemmican

: Focuses on "Pasture Pemmican" designed specifically for keto and survival use. Their product is highly nutrient-dense and made with pure pasture animal fat.

: Melt suet (kidney fat) into liquid tallow and strain it.