Tocosh

Okay kiddo, so have you ever heard of potatoes? They're that yummy food that we sometimes eat as fries or mashed potatoes. Well, in some places like Peru, people have a special way of preparing potatoes called tocosh.

Tocosh starts by taking the potatoes and leaving them in a special place for a few days to ferment. Ferment means that tiny little living things called bacteria start eating the potato and making changes to it. After a few days, the potatoes turn into a soft, dark paste that people call tocosh.

Now, you might be thinking "Eww, bacteria eating potatoes? That sounds gross!" But actually, the bacteria in tocosh are special and help our bodies in lots of ways. They can help us digest food better, boost our immune system, and even fight off bad bacteria. That's pretty cool, huh?

People in Peru have been eating tocosh for generations and they believe it's good for their health. They use it in lots of different dishes like soups, stews, and even as a topping for bread. So, next time you see a potato, remember that it can turn into something super healthy and yummy with a little help from some good bacteria!