Mini-Polyglots in cucina

This post is part of our Mini-Polyglots in cucina series where we share recipes that kids can actually help with, with clearly marked steps for adults and kids alike.

Beyond the recipes, cooking with kids is about linking words to real experiences – the best way to build vocabulary!

Faceți un sos vâscos, toquem num cogumelo poroso. ¡Bated con ímpetu! 💪 Megszórjátok pici tengeri sóval & ajoutez un soupçon de cannelle. ✨

Make a viscous sauce, touch a porous mushroom. Whisk vigorously! Sprinkle a little sea salt & add a dash of cinnamon.

🗣️ Encourage talking, not just listening! Age-dependent! Ask: "What color is this?" "How do we prep it? (Peel? Cut? Wash?) Why?" "What's next?"

The Recipe

Get dinner on the table fast and pack-in a Montessori practical life activity with this sneaky veggie-hider 🤫 (inspired by picnic.nl) that even picky eaters will gobble up. Tonight's adventure: veggie-loaded fried rice with sticky vegan chicken – and here's how our little bub helped make it happen!

Veggie-loaded fried rice cooking process
Tips
Things kids can do
List of ingredients
Step 1 Prep sauce and spices
Step 2 Slicing
Step 3 Veggies
Step 4 The rice
Step 5 Mix
Step 6 - the vegan chicken
Plate and serve

These little moments remind us what truly matters - connection, laughter, and the simple joy of being together. ✨