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CLIL Lesson Plan – Traditional Lithuanian Dumplings Šaltanosiai

Vocational Course Culinary Arts
Subject / Module Lithuanian Regional Dishes
Formative Unit Regional Cooking
Topic Traditional Lithuanian Dumplings

 

Teaching Objectives and Learning Outcomes

Lesson Objectives Description
Learning Outcomes • develop CLIL language skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing) in a culinary context;
• understand the cultural and historical background of Šaltanosiai;
• apply professional vocabulary to describe and prepare traditional Lithuanian dumplings;
• plan and follow recipe instructions in English;
• engage in intercultural discussion on dumpling variations in other cuisines;
Job Related Skills • identify ingredients and tools used in Šaltanosiai;
• describe preparation steps using professional terms;
• work in pairs/groups following recipes and safety instructions in English;
Content Aims • understand dumpling categories and regional variations;
• recognize and follow recipe formats and ingredient lists in English;
• reflect on seasonal and local ingredient use;
Communication Aims • use imperative forms and sequencing language in recipe instructions;
• practice peer discussion and giving feedback in group cooking tasks;
• present ideas clearly and politely;
Critical Thinking Aims • compare dumpling traditions across cultures;
• reflect on sustainability aspects (e.g. local ingredients, waste);
• solve common preparation issues (e.g. dough texture, filling balance);
Culture Aims • understand the role of Šaltanosiai in Lithuanian culinary tradition;
• compare dumpling types from different cultures (pierogi, ravioli, momo);
• foster respect for food heritage and diversity.

 

Lesson Procedure

Lesson Stage Activity Timing
1. Lead-in Brainstorming: Ask students to name as many dumplings from different countries as they can.
“What dumplings do you know?”
Then introduce Šaltanosiai and ask if anyone has tried it.
Match dumpling names with countries. Have a short discussion on the questions. HOUT1		 10 min
2. Learning through doing Vocabulary Warm-up: Pre-teach ingredient, tool and action vocabulary.
Students sort a mixed word list into Ingredients, Tools, and Actions and write sentences using selected words. HOUT2
Students read the recipe, underline action verbs, and ingredients, and write down which tools are used for each step, answer short recipe comprehension questions. HOUT3
Visual Comprehension and Video Check:
Students match recipe steps with images. Then watch the video and check their answers. Note new words and describe the pictures. HOUT4
Students read the fact file about Šaltanosiai and complete the quiz. HOUT5		 60 min
3. Degustation Students prepare for and cook Šaltanosiai in small groups, using the English-language recipe.
The teacher observes, offers language and technique support. Encourage use of English for cooking instructions (e.g. “Let’s roll the dough,” “Time to boil!”). HOUT6
Students present and taste Šaltanosiai.
They do a simple organoleptic evaluation: appearance, smell, taste, and texture.
Group discussion: What went well? What would you change next time?		 60 min
5. Wrap-up Students complete Can-do statements and reflect on what they learned. Then discuss reflection questions in pairs. HOUT7 10 min

 

Teaching Methods and Techniques

  • Brainstorming
  • Matching and pictographs
  • Video analysis
  • Recipe deconstruction
  • Practical cooking task
  • Cultural comparison
  • Peer reflection and self-assessment

 

Answers

Task 1.

1g, 2f, 3h, 4c, 5b, 6d, 7e, 8a

Task 2.

Ingredients butter, cherry, blueberry, curd, eggs, flour, jam, milk, salt, sour cream, sugar, water
Tools bowl, colander, knife, plate, pot, pot, rolling pin, sieve, spoon, whisk
Actions add, boil, cut, fill, fold, knead, mix, roll, seal, serve, whisk

Task 3.

Instructions:
1. Mix flour, egg, milk, and salt into dough. – bowl, spoon or whisk, measuring cup
2. Roll the dough and cut circles. – rolling pin, cookie cutter or glass, cutting board
3. Add filling in the centre. – spoon, small bowl (for filling)
4. Fold and seal the dumpling. – fingers or fork
5. Boil in salted water for 5–7 minutes. – pot, stove, slotted spoon or colander
6. Serve with sour cream or jam. – plate

What is the filling made of? It is made of curd or blueberries or cherries.
How long do you boil the dumplings? Boil them for 5–7 minutes.
What can you serve them with? Serve them with sour cream or jam.

Task 4.

  1. f Prepare ingredients
  2. b Mix dough
  3. a Roll and cut
  4. c Fill and fold
  5. e Boil
  6. d Serve

Task 5

Multiple Choice
1. c Curd
2. b Cold noses
3. c At weekends and at childhood celebrations
4. a Sour cream and jam
5. b Pierogi (Poland)
True or False
6. False
7. True
8. True

 

References

Verslo ir svetingumo profesinės karjeros centras. (2023, May 31). Dumplings “Šaltanosiai” [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GrC8GRuPePI