Egg-cellent Nafaqo!

In Egg-cellent Nafaqo! explore Somalia, a country in Africa with deserts, beaches, and amazing animals like giraffes and camels. Zara shows us how to make nafaqo, a tasty dish with potatoes, yogurt, spices, and her secret ingredient — boiled egg whites! She even shares a cool trick for peeling eggs using water and a container. This video is excerpted from BBC's My World Kitchen, where young chefs create special recipes that honor their heritage and celebrate their roots.

Video Details

Location:

Somalia

Grades:

3-5

Program:

My World Kitchen

Time:

8:08

Subject:

Social Studies

Topic:

Culture

Location:

Somalia

Grades:

3-5

Program:

My World Kitchen

Time:

8:08

Subject:

Social Studies

Topic:

Culture

Location:

Somalia

Grades:

3-5

Program:

My World Kitchen

Time:

8:08

Subject:

Social Studies

Topic:

Culture

Location:

Somalia

Grades:

3-5

Program:

My World Kitchen

Time:

8:08

Subject:

Social Studies

Topic:

Culture

Lesson Express

Q: How does Zara’s trick of peeling eggs with cold water help make cooking easier?
A: The cold water helps loosen the shells so they come off quickly without making a mess. It’s a fun and simple way to save time in the kitchen!

Q: How do the spices and yogurt in the nafaqo work together to create a tasty flavor?
A: The spices add warmth add depth to the dish, while the yogurt helps balance the flavors by making it creamy and smooth. Together they create a yummy combination that makes nafaqo unique and delicious.

Q: What do you think makes nafaqo a special dish in Somalia, and why do you think Zara chose to share it with her friends?
A: Nafaqo is special because it’s a traditional Somali dish with unique flavors from spices, potatoes, and yogurt. Zara might have wanted to share it with her friends to introduce them to the flavors of Somalia and show how food can bring people together.

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