Questions
1. What is the main ingredient in traditional Japanese miso soup?
A) Tofu
B) Miso paste
C) Seaweed
D) Rice
2. Which cooking technique involves submerging food in hot fat to cook it?
A) Steaming
B) Roasting
C) Poaching
D) Deep frying
3. What is the key ingredient in the Italian dish risotto?
A) Couscous
B) Arborio rice
C) Quinoa
D) Bulgur wheat
4. Sushi is traditionally made using which type of rice?
A) Basmati
B) Jasmine
C) Short-grain rice
D) Long-grain rice
5. Which of the following is NOT a traditional ingredient in a classic French Ratatouille?
A) Eggplant
B) Zucchini
C) Bell peppers
D) Corn
6. What is the name of the Mexican dish that consists of a tortilla filled with various ingredients, often including meat, beans, and cheese?
A) Tamale
B) Enchilada
C) Taco
D) Quesadilla
7. Which herb is commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine and is a key ingredient in pesto?
A) Cilantro
B) Basil
C) Parsley
D) Oregano
8. What is the process of cooking food slowly in a small amount of liquid in a covered pot called?
A) Braising
B) Grilling
C) Baking
D) Sautéing
9. In Indian cuisine, what is the spice blend known as garam masala typically made from?
A) Only chili powder
B) A mix of various spices like cumin, coriander, and cardamom
C) Just turmeric
D) Only salt and pepper
10. What type of pasta is shaped like small rice grains and is often used in soups?
A) Fettuccine
B) Penne
C) Orzo
D) Farfalle
Answers
1. Miso paste
2. Deep frying
3. Arborio rice
4. Short-grain rice
5. Corn
6. Taco
7. Basil
8. Braising
9. A mix of various spices like cumin, coriander, and cardamom
10. Orzo