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Quiz about Traditional South African Food

Traditional South African Food Quiz

Eating is a favorite hobby of mine, and I especially LOVE South African food. This quiz is based on traditional food from sunny South Africa.

A multiple-choice quiz by Sunbell. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
Sunbell

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
231,320

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
806

Awards
Top 35% Quiz

Last 3 plays: Guest 100 (2/10), Guest 138 (1/10), Guest 197 (0/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. 'Melktert' is a traditional dessert in South Africa. What spice is usually sprinkled on top of this traditional treat? Hint

Cinnamon

Nutmeg

Mixed Spice

Pepper

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Question 2 of 10

2. 'Boerewors' is a must at any South African barbecue. What does the word 'boer' mean? Hint

Drill

Sausage

Farmer

Teacher

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Question 3 of 10

3. What type of preserved meat was made by the Voortrekkers and is loved by most South Africans nowadays? Hint

Bobotie

Biltong

Bully Beef

Pickled Tongue

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Question 4 of 10

4. What is the South African 'Koeksister' a type of? Hint

Sweet

Stew

Soup

Salad

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Question 5 of 10

5. What is Bobotie traditionally served with? Hint

Gravy

Mashed Potatoes

Yellow Rice

Bread & Jam

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Question 6 of 10

6. 'Skilpadjies' are a South African delicacy cooked on an open fire. What is the chief ingredient of this tasty delicacy? Hint

Liver

Chicken

Beef

Tripe

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Question 7 of 10

7. What is the South African 'Braaivleis' the equivalent to? Hint

Hotdogs

Jerky

Barbecue

Beer

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Question 8 of 10

8. What is a popular savoury dish at most South African barbecues? Hint

Cheese & Onion Pie

Pap & Sous

Bobotie

Cucumber & Yoghurt

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Question 9 of 10

9. What is 'Beskuit' usually served with? Hint

Hot Milk

Orange Juice

Beer

Coffee

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Question 10 of 10

10. We don't call them kebabs in South Africa. By what name are they more commonly known? Hint

Sosaties

Boerewors

Boerekos

Droewors

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. 'Melktert' is a traditional dessert in South Africa. What spice is usually sprinkled on top of this traditional treat?

Answer: Cinnamon

Known as 'Milk Tart' in English, this dessert has a sweet crust and a prepared filling of milk, flour and eggs. Cinnamon is sprinkled over the top. Delicious!

2. 'Boerewors' is a must at any South African barbecue. What does the word 'boer' mean?

Answer: Farmer

Boerewors is a popular sausage made from coarsely minced beef and spices. Sometimes pork and/or lamb is also added. The meat is packed in sausage casings, and usually cooked on an open fire.

3. What type of preserved meat was made by the Voortrekkers and is loved by most South Africans nowadays?

Answer: Biltong

The meat, usually beef, is cut into strips and spiced with coriander, salt and pepper. It is then dried out. Biltong is very similar to American jerky.

4. What is the South African 'Koeksister' a type of?

Answer: Sweet

It is a braided doughnut that is deep-fried in hot oil and then dipped in a cold sugar syrup. Very sweet and best eaten cold.

5. What is Bobotie traditionally served with?

Answer: Yellow Rice

A savoury dish consisting of minced meat and dried fruit such as raisins or sultanas and baked with a custard topping.

6. 'Skilpadjies' are a South African delicacy cooked on an open fire. What is the chief ingredient of this tasty delicacy?

Answer: Liver

It consists of minced lamb's liver wrapped in caul fat.

7. What is the South African 'Braaivleis' the equivalent to?

Answer: Barbecue

A social custom in South Africa where the men gather around the fire and cook the food while the women prepare the salads, vegetables and desserts.

8. What is a popular savoury dish at most South African barbecues?

Answer: Pap & Sous

A maize porridge topped with a gravy made from tomatoes, onions and spices.

9. What is 'Beskuit' usually served with?

Answer: Coffee

A type of bread, cut into rectangles and baked again until it is hard and crisp. It is usually dipped in coffee and eaten in the morning.

10. We don't call them kebabs in South Africa. By what name are they more commonly known?

Answer: Sosaties

Skewered marinated meat cooked over an open fire. Traditionally sosaties were made with lamb, but nowadays various other meats, such as chicken, are becoming more popular.

Source: Author Sunbell

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