Egusi

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/egusi

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the primary nutritional components?Significant source of protein (approximately 20-30%), lipids (healthy fats), and essential minerals
2. What are egusi seeds?Egusi are tiny white or off‑white seeds from certain gourds, melons, and squash that grow in West Africa. They are dried and ground into a powder used in cooking.
3. How do people use egusi in food?The ground egusi powder thickens soups and stews, giving them a smooth, velvety texture. It also adds a slightly nutty flavor that goes well with greens, meats, fish, and spices.

Cucurbitaceous: Pertaining to plants belonging to the gourd family (Cucurbitaceae), known for fruits like melons and squash.
Emulsifier: A substance that helps to mix liquids that normally do not mix, such as oil and water.
Food Security: The state of having reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food.