Latin American Cuisine

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Which of these dishes is a traditional Mexican breakfast?

  1. Chilaquiles

  2. Enchiladas

  3. Tacos

  4. Burritos


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chilaquiles is a popular Mexican breakfast dish made with fried corn tortillas tossed in a spicy sauce, often with eggs, cheese, and other toppings.

What is the main ingredient in ceviche?

  1. Raw fish or seafood

  2. Chicken

  3. Beef

  4. Pork


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ceviche is a Latin American dish made with raw fish or seafood that is marinated in a citrus-based sauce.

Which country is known for its empanadas?

  1. Argentina

  2. Chile

  3. Colombia

  4. Venezuela


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Empanadas are a popular dish in many Latin American countries, but they are particularly associated with Argentina.

What is the name of the Brazilian national dish?

  1. Feijoada

  2. Churrasco

  3. Moqueca

  4. Vatapá


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Feijoada is a stew made with black beans, pork, and beef, and is considered the national dish of Brazil.

Which of these dishes is a traditional Peruvian dish?

  1. Lomo saltado

  2. Cuy

  3. Ají de gallina

  4. Papa a la huancaína


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lomo saltado is a stir-fried dish made with beef, onions, tomatoes, and potatoes, and is a popular dish in Peru.

What is the name of the Colombian dish made with fried plantains?

  1. Patacones

  2. Arepas

  3. Empanadas

  4. Sancocho


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Patacones are a Colombian dish made with fried plantains that are smashed and then fried again.

Which of these dishes is a traditional Venezuelan dish?

  1. Pabellón criollo

  2. Arepas

  3. Cachapas

  4. Hallacas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pabellón criollo is a traditional Venezuelan dish made with shredded beef, black beans, and white rice.

What is the name of the Mexican dish made with corn tortillas filled with meat, cheese, and vegetables?

  1. Tacos

  2. Burritos

  3. Enchiladas

  4. Quesadillas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tacos are a popular Mexican dish made with corn tortillas filled with meat, cheese, and vegetables.

Which of these dishes is a traditional Chilean dish?

  1. Empanadas

  2. Pastel de choclo

  3. Cazuela

  4. Completo


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Pastel de choclo is a traditional Chilean dish made with corn, beef, and vegetables.

What is the name of the Ecuadorian dish made with shrimp, tomatoes, and onions?

  1. Ceviche

  2. Encebollado

  3. Guatita

  4. Fritada


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Encebollado is an Ecuadorian dish made with shrimp, tomatoes, and onions.

Which of these dishes is a traditional Bolivian dish?

  1. Salteñas

  2. Picante de pollo

  3. Silpancho

  4. Chicharrón


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Salteñas are a traditional Bolivian dish made with beef, potatoes, and vegetables, wrapped in a pastry dough.

What is the name of the Paraguayan dish made with cornmeal and cheese?

  1. Chipa

  2. Sopa paraguaya

  3. Mbeju

  4. Empanadas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chipa is a Paraguayan dish made with cornmeal and cheese.

Which of these dishes is a traditional Uruguayan dish?

  1. Asado

  2. Chivito

  3. Milanesa

  4. Empanadas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Asado is a traditional Uruguayan dish made with grilled meat.

What is the name of the Cuban dish made with black beans, rice, and pork?

  1. Ropa vieja

  2. Moros y cristianos

  3. Congri

  4. Tostones


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ropa vieja is a Cuban dish made with black beans, rice, and pork.

Which of these dishes is a traditional Dominican dish?

  1. Sancocho

  2. Mangu

  3. La bandera

  4. Pastelitos


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sancocho is a traditional Dominican dish made with meat, vegetables, and broth.

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