METHOD OF COOKING : ROASTING METHOD PRIMARY 4 SECOND TERM HOME ECONOMICS WEEK 3
WEEK 3
METHOD OF COOKING : ROASTING METHOD
Subject : Home Economics
Class : Primary 4
Term : Second Term
Week : Week 3
Topics :
- METHOD OF COOKING :ROASTING METHOD
Content
METHOD OF COOKING : ROASTING METHOD
Roasting is a method of cooking where food is cooked in an oven at a high temperature. It’s a great way to cook many types of food, including meats, vegetables, and fruits.
To roast food, you’ll need an oven and a baking pan or sheet. Here are the steps to roast meat:
- Preheat the oven to the temperature recommended for the type of meat you’re roasting. For example, if you’re roasting chicken, you might preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the meat with salt, pepper, and any other spices or herbs you like. You can also add vegetables like onions, carrots, and potatoes to the pan.
- Put the meat on the baking pan or sheet and put it in the oven.
- Cook the meat for the recommended time, based on the weight and type of meat. For example, if you’re roasting a 3-pound (1.4 kg) chicken, you might cook it for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
- Check the internal temperature of the meat with a meat thermometer. It should reach a safe temperature to eat.
- Let the meat rest for a few minutes before carving it. This helps the juices redistribute and makes for a juicier, more tender meat.
Examples of food that can be roasted include:
- Chicken: Roast a whole chicken or chicken parts like breasts or thighs.
- Turkey: Roast a whole turkey for a big holiday meal.
- Potatoes: Cut potatoes into chunks or wedges and roast them with herbs and spices.
- Carrots: Cut carrots into sticks or rounds and roast them with olive oil and salt.
- Apples: Core and slice apples and roast them with cinnamon and sugar for a sweet treat
5 Nigerian Yoruba, Igbo, or Hausa foods that are suitable for roasting:
- Suya: Suya is a popular Nigerian street food that is made from skewered and grilled meat, usually beef, chicken or goat. The meat is marinated with a mixture of spices like ginger, garlic, and cayenne pepper, and then roasted over an open flame until it’s cooked through.
- Plantains: Plantains are a staple food in many West African countries, including Nigeria. They can be roasted in the oven or on a grill and are usually eaten as a side dish or snack. Roasted plantains are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and have a slightly sweet taste.
- Corn: Roasted corn is a popular street food in Nigeria, especially during the rainy season. The corn is usually roasted on an open flame or in an oven, and then served with butter, salt, and pepper.
- Groundnuts (peanuts): Roasted groundnuts are a popular snack in Nigeria and are usually sold on the streets. They can be roasted in the oven or on a stove top, and are often seasoned with salt, pepper, and other spices.
- Akara: Akara is a popular Nigerian breakfast food that is made from ground beans that are mixed with onions, pepper, and spices, and then deep-fried. However, it can also be roasted in an oven or on a grill for a healthier version
Corn, yam, and fish can also be roasted and are popular foods in Nigeria. Here are some more details:
- Corn: Corn on the cob is a popular food in Nigeria, especially when it’s roasted. To roast corn, it can be placed on an open flame, on a grill, or in an oven until it’s cooked through and slightly charred. Roasted corn is often eaten with butter, salt, and pepper.
- Yam: Yam is a starchy root vegetable that is commonly eaten in Nigeria. It can be roasted by wrapping it in foil or banana leaves and cooking it in an oven or on an open fire until it’s tender. Roasted yam is often eaten with a sauce or stew.
- Fish: Roasted fish is a popular dish in Nigeria, especially in coastal areas. Whole fish or fish fillets can be seasoned with spices, herbs, and lemon or lime juice, and then roasted in an oven until it’s cooked through. Roasted fish can be served with rice, yam, or a vegetable dish.
- Which of the following Nigerian foods can be roasted? a) Okra b) Pounded yam c) Plantains d) Jollof rice
Answer: c) Plantains
- What is the popular Nigerian street food that is made from skewered and grilled meat, usually beef, chicken or goat? a) Suya b) Efo riro c) Egusi soup d) Bitter leaf soup
Answer: a) Suya
- What is the starchy root vegetable that is commonly eaten in Nigeria and can be roasted by wrapping it in foil or banana leaves and cooking it in an oven or on an open fire until it’s tender? a) Cassava b) Sweet potato c) Yam d) Plantain
Answer: c) Yam
- What is the popular Nigerian breakfast food that is made from ground beans that are mixed with onions, pepper, and spices, and then deep-fried, but can also be roasted in an oven or on a grill? a) Moi moi b) Akara c) Ewa aganyin d) Gbegiri soup
Answer: b) Akara
- What is the popular snack in Nigeria made from roasted groundnuts that are often seasoned with salt, pepper, and other spices? a) Chin chin b) Puff puff c) Boli d) Kuli kuli
Answer: d) Kuli kuli
- What is the popular coastal Nigerian dish made from whole fish or fish fillets that are seasoned with spices, herbs, and lemon or lime juice, and then roasted in an oven until it’s cooked through? a) Efo riro b) Ogbono soup c) Fried rice d) Roasted fish
Answer: d) Roasted fish
- What is the Nigerian street food that is made from roasted corn and is often eaten with butter, salt, and pepper? a) Boli b) Akamu c) Abacha d) Roasted corn
Answer: d) Roasted corn
- What is the popular Nigerian dish made from beans that are boiled, mashed, and then fried, but can also be roasted in an oven or on a grill? a) Moi moi b) Akara c) Ewa aganyin d) Gbegiri soup
Answer: a) Moi moi
- What is the popular street food in Nigeria that is made from roasted plantains and is usually eaten as a side dish or snack? a) Suya b) Eba c) Pounded yam d) Roasted plantains
Answer: d) Roasted plantains
- What is the traditional Nigerian soup made from a variety of meats and vegetables, which can also be prepared ? a) Bitter leaf soup b) Egusi soup c) Efo riro d) Okra soup
Answer: c) Efo riro
- What is the method of cooking where food is cooked in an oven at a high temperature? a) Boiling b) Roasting c) Frying d) Steaming
Answer: b) Roasting
- What tool do you need to roast food? a) Slow cooker b) Blender c) Oven d) Microwave
Answer: c) Oven
- Which type of food can be roasted? a) Soup b) Ice cream c) Cake d) Meat
Answer: d) Meat
- What is the first step in roasting meat? a) Season the meat b) Preheat the oven c) Put the meat in the oven d) Check the internal temperature
Answer: b) Preheat the oven
- What is the purpose of letting meat rest after it’s roasted? a) To make it more tender b) To cool it down c) To make it more flavorful d) To make it easier to carve
Answer: a) To make it more tender
- What type of meat can be roasted whole or in parts? a) Beef b) Chicken c) Pork d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
- What type of vegetable can be roasted by cutting it into chunks or wedges and seasoning it with herbs and spices? a) Carrots b) Broccoli c) Lettuce d) Spinach
Answer: a) Carrots
- What is the popular Nigerian street food that can be prepared by roasting skewered meat over an open flame? a) Suya b) Boli c) Akara d) Kuli kuli
Answer: a) Suya
- What is the Nigerian breakfast food that is made from ground beans and can be roasted in an oven or on a grill? a) Moi moi b) Akara c) Ewa aganyin d) Gbegiri soup
Answer: a) Moi moi
- What type of fruit can be roasted by coring and slicing it and seasoning it with cinnamon and sugar? a) Oranges b) Mangoes c) Apples d) Pineapples
Answer: c) Apples
Lesson Presentation
Title: Roasting as a method of cooking and Nigeria food that can be prepared by roasting
Grade level: 4
Objectives:
- Students will be able to identify what roasting is and explain how to roast food.
- Students will be able to name at least three Nigerian foods that can be prepared by roasting.
- Students will learn about the cultural significance of Nigerian roasted foods.
Materials:
- Pictures of roasted Nigerian foods
- Chart paper and markers
- Oven and baking pan (optional)
Previous Lesson
Introduction (10 minutes):
- Ask students if they’ve ever heard of roasting or eaten food that was roasted.
- Explain that roasting is a method of cooking where food is cooked in an oven at a high temperature.
- Ask students if they know any Nigerian foods that can be prepared by roasting.
Body (30 minutes):
- Show pictures of different Nigerian foods that can be roasted, such as plantains, yam, corn, and fish.
- Discuss how each of these foods is prepared for roasting and what spices and seasonings can be used to make them flavorful.
- Show students how to roast meat by demonstrating the steps on an oven and baking pan. Ask students to identify the different steps.
- Ask students to name other foods that they think can be roasted and why.
- Divide students into groups and give each group a different Nigerian food to research. Ask them to find out how it’s traditionally prepared and eaten and to create a poster about it.
- Have each group present their poster to the class and discuss the cultural significance of the food.
Conclusion (10 minutes):
- Recap the different foods that can be roasted and how to prepare them.
- Ask students to share what they learned about the cultural significance of Nigerian roasted foods.
- Encourage students to try roasting their own food at home and to share their experiences with the class.
Assessment:
- Observe students during the group research and presentation activities to assess their understanding of roasting as a cooking method and their ability to identify different Nigerian foods that can be roasted.
- Ask students to write a short paragraph about their favorite roasted Nigerian food and what they learned about it.
Extension:
- Ask students to create their own recipe for a roasted Nigerian food using ingredients they have at home. Have them share their recipe with the class.
Class work
- Roasting is a method of cooking where food is cooked in an __________ at a high temperature. Answer: oven
- __________ is a popular Nigerian street food that is made from skewered and grilled meat. Answer: Suya
- __________ is a starchy root vegetable that is commonly eaten in Nigeria and can be roasted in an oven or on an open fire. Answer: Yam
- __________ is a popular Nigerian breakfast food that is made from ground beans and can be roasted in an oven or on a grill. Answer: Moi moi
- __________ is a popular snack in Nigeria made from roasted groundnuts that are often seasoned with salt, pepper, and other spices. Answer: Kuli kuli
- Roasted __________ is a popular dish in Nigeria, especially in coastal areas. Answer: fish
- To roast food, you’ll need an oven and a __________ or sheet. Answer: baking pan
- __________ are a staple food in many West African countries, including Nigeria, and can be roasted in the oven or on a grill. Answer: Plantains
- Roasted __________ is a popular street food in Nigeria, especially during the rainy season. Answer: corn
- Roasting is a great way to prepare Nigerian foods as it brings out their natural flavors and gives them a delicious __________ taste. Answer: smoky
Assignment
- What is roasting? Answer: Roasting is a method of cooking where food is cooked in an oven at a high temperature.
- What is the purpose of letting meat rest after it’s roasted? Answer: To make it more tender.
- Name three Nigerian foods that can be roasted. Answer: Yam, corn, plantains.
- What is the popular Nigerian street food that is made from skewered and grilled meat? Answer: Suya.
- How can roasted plantains be eaten? Answer: As a side dish or snack.
- What is the traditional Nigerian soup made from a variety of meats and vegetables, which can also be roasted? Answer: Efo riro.
- What is the purpose of preheating the oven before roasting meat? Answer: To ensure the oven is at the correct temperature for cooking.
- What is the popular Nigerian breakfast food that is made from ground beans and can be roasted in an oven or on a grill? Answer: Moi moi.
- What is the purpose of seasoning meat before roasting it? Answer: To add flavor.
- What is the popular snack in Nigeria made from roasted groundnuts that are often seasoned with salt, pepper, and other spices? Answer: Kuli kuli.
