A variety of foods are considered traditional Chickasaw fare, the most notable of which are grape dumplings, Indian fry bread and pashofa. In the videos below, explore traditional recipes that will excite the taste buds, and learn about cultural practices that ensure the importance of food, family and Chickasaw heritage are never forgotten.
Pashofa is a traditional Chickasaw & Choctaw dish made from cracked corn, or hominy, and stewed pork. Here, listen to Sam Johnson speak Chickasaw and explain how he taught himself the timeless recipe by following the example set by church elders.