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Quiz about A Tasty Sampling
Quiz about A Tasty Sampling

A Tasty Sampling Trivia Quiz


An Irish stew or a bouillabaisse of a quiz - a little of everything to tickle your palate.

A multiple-choice quiz by RIO2010. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
RIO2010
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
329,029
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
Plays
774
Last 3 plays: Guest 104 (6/10), Guest 172 (5/10), Guest 76 (5/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. When beating egg whites this ingredient is often added to add more volume or to stabilize the mixture. Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. A favorite dish made in Switzerland with grated potatoes. Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Which of these flavours is a classic ingredient of Béarnaise sauce? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Which world-travelled American mastered the art of French cooking and co-wrote a 2-volume book on the subject with two French partners? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. If you wanted to flavour your soup or stew with herbs you might tie them into one of these. Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Which of the following is an Indian flatbread? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. What ingredient, occurring naturally in some fruits, ensures a good 'set' when making jams and jellies? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. In a Brazilian Feijoada, whose main ingredient is black beans, which of the following would not be in or accompanying the meal? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Tzatziki is a Greek dish whose ingredients include: Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. In England, a steamed suet pudding made with dried fruit and usually served with custard, is known as ----? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. When beating egg whites this ingredient is often added to add more volume or to stabilize the mixture.

Answer: Cream of Tartar

A pinch of cream of tartar added to vegetables whilst cooking will also help them retain their color.
2. A favorite dish made in Switzerland with grated potatoes.

Answer: Rösti

The experts still quarrel over whether the basic ingredient is raw or cooked grated potato, and exactly what type of potato should be used for best results.
3. Which of these flavours is a classic ingredient of Béarnaise sauce?

Answer: tarragon

Béarnaise sauce is an emulsion, similar to Hollandaise, and is particularly delicious with steak!
4. Which world-travelled American mastered the art of French cooking and co-wrote a 2-volume book on the subject with two French partners?

Answer: Julia Child

Before becoming a Cordon Bleu chef, Julia Child worked for the Office of Strategic Services as a top secret researcher. She moved to France with her husband after WW2 and her love of fine food was born. See the movie "Julie & Julia" to learn more about this fascinating woman and her unusual life.
5. If you wanted to flavour your soup or stew with herbs you might tie them into one of these.

Answer: Bouquet garni

Bouquet garni traditionally contains bay, thyme and parsley,and sometimes other herbs. These are normally tied into a small square of cheesecloth or muslin making a bundle, to facilitate removal after cooking.
6. Which of the following is an Indian flatbread?

Answer: Paratha

Cachapa comes from Venezuela/Caribbean; Flatkaka, made with rye is from Iceland;Rogan Josh is a meaty curry, not flatbread at all!
7. What ingredient, occurring naturally in some fruits, ensures a good 'set' when making jams and jellies?

Answer: Pectin

Pectin has been found to be an invaluable aid for people suffering from IBS as it is a natural dietary fibre and acts as a thickening agent. The original formula for Kaopectate contained pectin.
8. In a Brazilian Feijoada, whose main ingredient is black beans, which of the following would not be in or accompanying the meal?

Answer: Chicken breast

A traditional feijoada is made with many parts of the pig, including the ear and tail! Sliced oranges accompany the meal, supposedly to counteract the fattiness of the pork and the saltiness of the smoked and salted meats; farofa is made of manioc meal, and is a traditional side dish.
9. Tzatziki is a Greek dish whose ingredients include:

Answer: Yoghurt and cucumber

Tsatziki is served as a starter with pita bread. Chickpeas and olive oil = humus; ground lamb and eggplant = moussaka; vine leaves and rice = dolmades.
10. In England, a steamed suet pudding made with dried fruit and usually served with custard, is known as ----?

Answer: Spotted Dick

Summer pudding is made with slices of white bread and berries and their juices -traditionally raspberries and currants; Bread and butter pudding is slices of buttered bread layered with raisins and an egg/milk sauce; Yorkshire Pudding is a savoury dish served with Roast Beef.
Source: Author RIO2010

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