Eastern Indian Cuisine Specialties

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Which of these is a popular street food in Kolkata, West Bengal?

  1. Pani Puri

  2. Bhelpuri

  3. Jhal Muri

  4. Dahi Puri


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Jhal Muri is a puffed rice snack mixed with spices, vegetables, and herbs, commonly found in Kolkata and other parts of West Bengal.

What is the main ingredient in the famous Biryani dish of Hyderabad?

  1. Chicken

  2. Mutton

  3. Vegetables

  4. Fish


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Biryani is a layered rice dish with meat, vegetables, and spices. The main ingredient is Basmati rice, known for its long grains and aromatic flavor.

Which of these is a traditional Odia sweet dish made from semolina?

  1. Rasgulla

  2. Gulab Jamun

  3. Kheer

  4. Chhena Poda


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chhena Poda is a baked sweet dish made from fresh cheese (chhena), sugar, and semolina. It is a popular delicacy in Odisha.

What is the key ingredient in the spicy and tangy Assamese dish, Tenga?

  1. Tamarind

  2. Lemon

  3. Mustard

  4. Yogurt


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tenga is a traditional Assamese dish made with fish or vegetables cooked in a tangy tamarind-based gravy.

Which of these is a popular Bengali fish curry dish?

  1. Machher Jhol

  2. Doi Maach

  3. Chingri Maach Bhapa

  4. Paturi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Machher Jhol is a classic Bengali fish curry made with mustard paste, turmeric, and other spices.

What is the main ingredient in the traditional Manipuri dish, Eromba?

  1. Rice

  2. Noodles

  3. Vegetables

  4. Meat


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Eromba is a Manipuri dish made from fermented soybeans, vegetables, and spices. It is often served with rice.

Which of these is a popular street food in Bihar, made from mashed potatoes and spices?

  1. Litti Chokha

  2. Golgappa

  3. Aloo Tikki

  4. Vada Pav


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Litti Chokha is a Bihari dish made from mashed potatoes, spices, and wheat flour, often served with a spicy brinjal dish called Chokha.

What is the main ingredient in the famous Naga dish, Axone?

  1. Pork

  2. Beef

  3. Chicken

  4. Fish


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Axone is a traditional Naga dish made from fermented soybeans, pork, and spices. It is often served with rice.

Which of these is a popular sweet dish from Odisha, made from rice and coconut?

  1. Rasgulla

  2. Gulab Jamun

  3. Payasam

  4. Pitha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pitha is a traditional Odia sweet dish made from rice flour, coconut, and jaggery. It is often steamed or fried.

What is the main ingredient in the spicy and tangy Assamese dish, Khar?

  1. Tamarind

  2. Lemon

  3. Mustard

  4. Yogurt


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Khar is a traditional Assamese dish made with fish or vegetables cooked in a tangy lemon-based gravy.

Which of these is a popular Bengali sweet dish made from milk solids?

  1. Rasgulla

  2. Gulab Jamun

  3. Sandesh

  4. Mishti Doi


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sandesh is a traditional Bengali sweet dish made from milk solids, sugar, and flavorings. It is often flavored with cardamom, saffron, or nuts.

What is the main ingredient in the traditional Manipuri dish, Singju?

  1. Rice

  2. Noodles

  3. Vegetables

  4. Meat


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Singju is a Manipuri dish made from pork, bamboo shoots, and spices. It is often served with rice.

Which of these is a popular street food in Bihar, made from puffed rice and spices?

  1. Litti Chokha

  2. Golgappa

  3. Jhal Muri

  4. Vada Pav


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Jhal Muri is a popular street food in Bihar, made from puffed rice, spices, and vegetables.

What is the main ingredient in the famous Naga dish, Naga King Chili?

  1. Pork

  2. Beef

  3. Chicken

  4. Fish


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Naga King Chili is a traditional Naga dish made from the extremely spicy Naga King Chili pepper. It is often cooked with pork, beef, or chicken.

Which of these is a popular Odia sweet dish made from rice and jaggery?

  1. Rasgulla

  2. Gulab Jamun

  3. Payasam

  4. Pitha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pitha is a traditional Odia sweet dish made from rice flour, jaggery, and coconut. It is often steamed or fried.

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