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Quiz about Taste of Malaysia
Quiz about Taste of Malaysia

Taste of Malaysia Trivia Quiz


Here are some questions about food in Malaysia. If you have been there, chances are you'll know all about the food there. You cant visit Malaysia without eating every half hour!

A multiple-choice quiz by blacrosse. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
blacrosse
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
257,880
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
6 / 10
Plays
779
Last 3 plays: Guest 210 (7/10), Guest 193 (9/10), Guest 120 (7/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. The traditional breakfast in Malaysia consist of rice cooked in coconut milk, a spicy chili paste called sambal, peanuts, fried crispy anchovies and cool slices of cucumber. What is this dish called? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. It is a kind of net like folded pancake served with a thin chicken curry. Much loved and enjoyed by young and old usually at breakfast. Do you know what it is? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. "Rasem" is served in Indian stalls and restaurants in little stainless steel cups. It is said to have a calming effect on the stomach and sometimes they serve it even if you do not order it! What is it? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. "Peranakan" cuisine found a lot in the state of Malacca is a combination of what two cultures of Malaysia? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. "Nasi ulam" is a dish very popular among most Malaysians and it originated in the Northern states of Peninsula Malaysia. "Nasi" means rice. What is "ulam"? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. At tea time, Malaysians love having nibbles with their cup of tea. These nibbles are called "Kuih". Among these, which is not a "kuih"? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. What is "Pisang Goreng"? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. Which of these foods will not be found in an Indian restaurant or stall in Malaysia? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Although the Chinese love pork, pork is not sold in Chinese restaurants in Malaysia because it is disrespectful to Muslim patrons.


Question 10 of 10
10. Malaysians enjoy cooling down with all sorts of fruit juices. Among these, which are most easily found on a hot day? Hint



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1. The traditional breakfast in Malaysia consist of rice cooked in coconut milk, a spicy chili paste called sambal, peanuts, fried crispy anchovies and cool slices of cucumber. What is this dish called?

Answer: Nasi Lemak

Sometimes "Nasi Lemak" is served with a curry. You find stalls selling it everywhere especially in the mornings but it's just as easy to find during all hours of the day and night!
2. It is a kind of net like folded pancake served with a thin chicken curry. Much loved and enjoyed by young and old usually at breakfast. Do you know what it is?

Answer: Roti Jala

The yellow colour comes from turmeric which is added into the pancake mixture.
3. "Rasem" is served in Indian stalls and restaurants in little stainless steel cups. It is said to have a calming effect on the stomach and sometimes they serve it even if you do not order it! What is it?

Answer: A spicy Indian thin soup

It's spicy but surprisingly does calm a belly down! It is even said to cure a sore throat!
4. "Peranakan" cuisine found a lot in the state of Malacca is a combination of what two cultures of Malaysia?

Answer: Chinese and Malay

The Peranakan culture is a fusion of Malay and Chinese from food to dressing and even beliefs. It's a very exciting culture.
5. "Nasi ulam" is a dish very popular among most Malaysians and it originated in the Northern states of Peninsula Malaysia. "Nasi" means rice. What is "ulam"?

Answer: Fresh traditional herbs

There are so many herbs and vegetable combinations mixed into this rice dish. Each has a distinctive flavour.
6. At tea time, Malaysians love having nibbles with their cup of tea. These nibbles are called "Kuih". Among these, which is not a "kuih"?

Answer: Kueh Teow

"Kueh Teow" is actually a kind of noodle usually found in soups or stir fried.
7. What is "Pisang Goreng"?

Answer: Fried banana fritters

Another bit of nibble always easily bought at tea time. It is much better then the ones you get at any Chinese buffet. A definite must try!
8. Which of these foods will not be found in an Indian restaurant or stall in Malaysia?

Answer: All of the these

Generally they don't serve Pork because Muslims cannot eat pork and most Indians abstain from beef.
9. Although the Chinese love pork, pork is not sold in Chinese restaurants in Malaysia because it is disrespectful to Muslim patrons.

Answer: False

Muslims do not patronise Chinese restaurants that do not bear the "halal" sign. Chinese people in Malaysia are free to sell and serve pork on their premises with no problems at all if they so choose.
10. Malaysians enjoy cooling down with all sorts of fruit juices. Among these, which are most easily found on a hot day?

Answer: All of these

And many more!
Source: Author blacrosse

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