Objective
By the end of this lesson, Nadia will have learned how to follow a recipe to create a delicious one-pan cod, chorizo, and chickpea bake. She will also enhance her English and math skills through engaging activities related to cooking and measurements.
Materials and Prep
- Ingredients for the recipe:
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 onions, roughly chopped
- 2 celery sticks, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, sliced
- 130g pack diced chorizo
- 400g tin plum tomatoes
- 400g tin chickpeas
- 540g pack frozen cod fillets, defrosted, skinned and cut into 5cm chunks
- 30g pack fresh parsley, leaves picked and chopped
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- Cooking utensils: casserole pan, spoon, kitchen paper, oven
- Knowledge needed: Basic understanding of cooking terms and measurements.
Activities
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Recipe Reading and Comprehension: Nadia will read through the recipe and highlight key instructions. This will help her practice reading comprehension and following directions accurately.
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Measurement Math: Using the ingredients, Nadia will convert measurements (e.g., grams to kilograms) and double the recipe. This will reinforce her math skills by practicing addition and multiplication.
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Cooking Demonstration: Nadia will prepare the dish step-by-step, practicing her cooking skills while following the recipe. This hands-on activity will help her apply what she has learned.
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Creative Writing: After cooking, Nadia will write a short paragraph describing the dish, including its taste and appearance. This will enhance her writing skills and creativity.
Talking Points
- "What do you think is the most important step in this recipe?"
- "How can we convert grams to kilograms? Remember, 1000 grams equals 1 kilogram!"
- "Why do you think we need to pat the cod dry before cooking it?"
- "What are some other dishes you think we could make using similar ingredients?"
- "How would you describe the taste of chorizo to someone who has never tried it?"