Food & Cooking Quiz

Question 1

What is the main ingredient in traditional Italian pesto sauce?

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Basil

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Parsley

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Cilantro

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Mint

Question 2

Which country is credited with inventing sushi?

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Japan

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China

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Thailand

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Korea

Question 3

What is the primary grain used in risotto?

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Arborio rice

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Quinoa

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Barley

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Couscous

Question 4

Which spice gives curry its yellow color?

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Turmeric

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Paprika

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Cumin

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Saffron

Question 5

What is the French term for a mixture of flour and butter used to thicken sauces?

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Roux

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Mirepoix

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Bouquet Garni

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Chiffonade

Question 6

Which fruit is used to make traditional guacamole?

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Avocado

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Mango

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Lime

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Papaya

Question 7

What type of pasta is shaped like small tubes?

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Penne

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Spaghetti

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Fusilli

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Tagliatelle

Question 8

Which cooking method involves submerging food in hot oil?

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Deep-frying

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Baking

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Grilling

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Steaming

Question 9

What is the main ingredient in hummus?

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Chickpeas

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Lentils

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Black beans

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Peanuts

Question 10

Which cheese is traditionally used in Caesar salad dressing?

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Parmesan

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Cheddar

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Mozzarella

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Gouda

Question 11

What is the name of the Mexican dish made with filled corn tortillas?

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Enchilada

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Taco

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Quesadilla

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Burrito

Question 12

Which herb is often paired with garlic in Italian cooking?

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Oregano

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Thyme

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Rosemary

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Parsley

Question 13

What is the traditional sweetener used in baklava?

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Honey

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Sugar

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Maple syrup

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Agave

Question 14

Which cooking technique involves cooking food slowly in liquid at a low temperature?

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Braising

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Sautéing

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Boiling

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Roasting

Question 15

What is the primary ingredient in a traditional French ratatouille?

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Eggplant

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Potatoes

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Chicken

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Pasta

Question 16

Which country is famous for its spicy kimchi?

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South Korea

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Vietnam

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Malaysia

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India

Question 17

What is the term for a small, bite-sized portion of food served before a meal?

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Amuse-bouche

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Entrée

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Dessert

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Garnish

Question 18

Which nut is used to make traditional marzipan?

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Almond

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Walnut

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Pecan

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Hazelnut

Question 19

What is the name of the Indian flatbread cooked in a tandoor?

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Naan

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Pita

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Roti

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Paratha

Question 20

Which ingredient is essential for a classic béchamel sauce?

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Milk

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Tomato

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Vinegar

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Soy sauce

Question 21

What is the traditional Japanese soup made with miso paste?

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Miso soup

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Ramen

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Udon

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Pho

Question 22

Which vegetable is the star ingredient in a traditional Greek spanakopita?

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Spinach

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Zucchini

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Eggplant

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Artichoke

Question 23

What is the name of the appliance used to cook food sous-vide?

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Immersion circulator

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Pressure cooker

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Air fryer

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Slow cooker

Question 24

Which type of wine is traditionally paired with fish dishes?

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White

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Red

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Rosé

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Sparkling

Question 25

What is the name of the fluffy French dessert made with whipped egg whites?

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Soufflé

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Crème Brûlée

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Macaron

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Tarte Tatin

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