Game day grub: Three Super Bowl recipes with Indigenous flair

The 2025 Super Bowl is almost here, and that means it’s time to get your game day menu in order! Whether you’re hosting a crowd or keeping it casual, the key to a successful spread is combining flavors that are both delicious and unique. This year, why not try incorporating some specialty items from SweetGrass Trading Company to elevate your Super Bowl feast? Here are three easy recipes that feature these exceptional products, guaranteed to please your guests.

Chili & Frybread
Nothing screams game day like a hearty bowl of chili, and when paired with warm, crispy frybread, it’s a match made in Super Bowl heaven. SweetGrass Trading Company’s Wooden Knife Frybread or Val’s Frybread make the perfect accompaniment to your favorite chili recipe, whether it’s beef, chicken, or a vegetarian option

Ingredients: 

  • 1 can (15 oz) of chili (or your homemade chili) 
  • 1 package of Wooden Knife Frybread or Val’s Frybread 
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, Frito’s, and diced jalapeños 

Instructions: 

  1. Warm up your chili in a pot on the stove or in the microwave. 2.
  2. While the chili is warming, heat the frybread according to the package instructions—whether it’s on the stovetop or in the oven, you want that crispy, golden texture. 
  3. Once everything is hot and ready, serve the chili in bowls, alongside a warm piece of frybread. 
  4. For a fun twist, let guests tear off pieces of the frybread to scoop up the chili—just like you would with cornbread! 

This combination is simple yet indulgent, giving you the ultimate comfort food duo. 

 

Barbecue Salmon Sliders
Elevate your sandwich game with SeaBear Smokehouse Ready to Eat Wild Sockeye Salmon and Navajo Mike’s Southwest Style Barbecue Sauce. These ingredients create mouthwatering BBQ salmon sliders that will steal the spotlight at your Super Bowl gathering.

Ingredients: 

  • 2 packs of SeaBear Smokehouse Ready to Eat Wild Sockeye Salmon 
  • 1/2 cup Navajo Mike’s Southwest Style Barbecue Sauce 
  • Slider buns (preferably slightly toasted) 
  • Sliced red onions and pickles (optional, for garnish) 

Instructions: 

  1. Open the packages of SeaBear Sockeye Salmon and gently flake the salmon into bite-sized pieces. 
  2. In a bowl, toss the flaked salmon with Navajo Mike’s Southwest Style Barbecue Sauce. Adjust the sauce quantity to your liking. 
  3. Spoon the barbecue salmon onto the slider buns and top with a few slices of red onion or pickles for extra crunch and flavor. 
  4. Serve immediately and watch your guests dive in! 

The smokiness of the salmon combined with the tangy, slightly sweet BBQ sauce will make these sliders a fan favorite. The freshness of the slider bun and the tangy crunch of the onions and pickles round out the flavor for a truly memorable dish.

 

Spiced Chicken Wings with Saunooke’s Mill Seasoning
No Super Bowl spread is complete without chicken wings, and with Saunooke’s Mill Chicken and Fish Seasoning, you can take your wings to the next level. This easy-to-make recipe brings a perfect balance of heat and flavor to your wings, making them irresistible.

Ingredients: 

  • 12-15 chicken wings (drummettes or whole wings) 
  • 2 tablespoons Saunooke’s Mill Chicken and Fish Seasoning 
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil 
  • Optional: Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish 

Instructions: 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat your grill to medium-high heat. 
  2. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin. 
  3. In a bowl, toss the chicken wings with olive oil and Saunooke’s Mill Chicken and Fish Seasoning until evenly coated. 
  4. If baking, place the wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 30-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy. If grilling, cook the wings on each side for 6-8 minutes, or until cooked through and crispy. 
  5. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce. 

These wings are full of savory, aromatic spices with a subtle kick—perfect for keeping the crowd coming back for more. The seasoning from Saunooke’s Mill is ideal for enhancing the natural flavor of the chicken, creating a truly irresistible bite. 

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