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Okra
Okra Fritters or Hoe Cakes
Terri Carter of UGA Cooperative Extension tells us the history behind hoe cakes, and Chef Asata Reid demonstrates how to make a delicious version that contains okra, known today by the name "okra fritters".
Bamia bi Zeit
In this video, we hear about the significance of this traditional dish to Palestinian identity and history, as we also learn how to prepare it. Thank you to Yaza Sarieh for sharing this with us and to Chef Asata Reid for demonstrating how to make it.
Roasted Okra
Chef Asata Reid demos how to prepare some delicious, smoky roasted okra. CheFarmer Matthew Raiford, a farmer, chef, and author of Bress 'N' Nyam, generously shared this recipe with us and makes an appearance in this video, sharing with us some tips and tricks and his contagious enthusiasm for Livin' la Vida Okra.
Succotash
Chef Asata Reid demos how to prepare okra succotash, and Terri Carter of Cobb County UGA Extension talks about the rich history behind this multicultural dish.
Jumpin’ Jambalaya
Chef Asata Reid demos how to prepare a vegan version of Jumpin' Jambalaya while pointing out ties to learning standards. Leslie Davis, the UGA SNAP-ed Nutrition Education Coordinator, who shared this recipe with us, talks about her experiences growing up eating okra, a staple in her childhood home.
Okra Chips
Turnips
Glazed Turnips
Chef Asata brings water cycle (S4E3) and plant part identification (S1L1a) lessons to life as she teaches you to prepare Glazed Turnips. Download and print the recipe by clicking its image.
Quick Pickled Turnips
Chef Asata brings properties of matter (S2P1, S8P1) and osmosis (SB1) lessons to life as she guides you in the quick pickling of turnips. Download and print the recipe by clicking its image.
Roasted Turnips
Chef Asata demonstrates energy transformation, (S3P1) part ID, (S1L1) and geometry (MGSEK.G.2, MGSEK.G.1) lessons as she walks you through preparing Roasted Turnips. Download and print the recipe by clicking its image.
Roasted Turnip Hummus
Chef Asata demonstrates energy transformation, (S3P1) part ID, (S1L1) and geometry (MGSEK.G.2, MGSEK.G.1) lessons as she walks you through preparing Roasted Turnip Hummus. Download and print the recipe by clicking its image.
Stewed Turnip Greens
Chef Asata demonstrates how different kinds and states of matter (S2P1, S8P1) result in a delicious stewed turnip greens. Download and print the recipe by clicking its image.
Turnip Carrot Slaw
Chef Asata teaches fun with fractions (MGSE3.NF.1) and photosynthesis as she prepares a sensational slaw. Download and print the recipe by clicking its image.