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Indian Cuisine's Influence on Global Gastronomy

Description: Indian Cuisine's Influence on Global Gastronomy
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Which Indian spice is known for its distinct aroma and flavor, and is often used in garam masala?

  1. Cumin

  2. Cardamom

  3. Coriander

  4. Turmeric


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Cardamom is a spice native to India, and is known for its unique flavor and aroma. It is often used in garam masala, a blend of spices commonly used in Indian cuisine.

What is the name of the popular Indian flatbread that is often served with curries and other dishes?

  1. Naan

  2. Roti

  3. Paratha

  4. Kulcha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Naan is a popular Indian flatbread that is made from wheat flour and yogurt. It is often served with curries and other dishes, and can be cooked in a tandoor oven or on a griddle.

Which Indian dish is a thick, creamy curry made with chicken or lamb, and is often served with rice or naan?

  1. Butter Chicken

  2. Chicken Tikka Masala

  3. Rogan Josh

  4. Vindaloo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Butter Chicken is a popular Indian dish made with chicken marinated in yogurt and spices, and then cooked in a creamy tomato-based sauce. It is often served with rice or naan.

What is the name of the popular Indian street food made from chickpea flour and spices, and is often served with chutney or yogurt?

  1. Pakora

  2. Samosa

  3. Bhelpuri

  4. Pani Puri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pakora is a popular Indian street food made from chickpea flour and spices, and is often served with chutney or yogurt. It is made by dipping vegetables or meat in the batter and then frying them until golden brown.

Which Indian dessert is made from milk solids, sugar, and nuts, and is often served during festivals and special occasions?

  1. Gulab Jamun

  2. Rasgulla

  3. Jalebi

  4. Kulfi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gulab Jamun is a popular Indian dessert made from milk solids, sugar, and nuts. It is often served during festivals and special occasions, and is made by frying balls of dough in ghee and then soaking them in a sugar syrup.

What is the name of the traditional Indian yogurt-based drink that is often flavored with spices and herbs?

  1. Lassi

  2. Chaas

  3. Buttermilk

  4. Ayran


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lassi is a traditional Indian yogurt-based drink that is often flavored with spices and herbs. It is made by blending yogurt with water, salt, and spices, and can be served sweet or savory.

Which Indian spice is known for its pungent flavor and is often used in curries and other dishes?

  1. Cumin

  2. Coriander

  3. Fennel

  4. Mustard Seeds


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cumin is a spice native to India, and is known for its pungent flavor and aroma. It is often used in curries and other dishes, and can be used whole or ground.

What is the name of the popular Indian rice dish that is made with basmati rice, vegetables, and spices?

  1. Biryani

  2. Pulao

  3. Jeera Rice

  4. Khichdi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Biryani is a popular Indian rice dish that is made with basmati rice, vegetables, and spices. It is often served with raita, a yogurt-based sauce, and can be made with chicken, lamb, or vegetables.

Which Indian spice is known for its sweet and slightly floral flavor, and is often used in desserts and beverages?

  1. Cardamom

  2. Saffron

  3. Nutmeg

  4. Mace


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cardamom is a spice native to India, and is known for its sweet and slightly floral flavor. It is often used in desserts and beverages, and can be used whole or ground.

What is the name of the popular Indian street food made from potato, onions, and spices, and is often served with chutney or yogurt?

  1. Aloo Tikki

  2. Samosa

  3. Pakora

  4. Bhelpuri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aloo Tikki is a popular Indian street food made from potato, onions, and spices. It is often served with chutney or yogurt, and can be eaten as a snack or as part of a meal.

Which Indian spice is known for its bitter taste and is often used in small quantities to add depth of flavor to dishes?

  1. Fenugreek

  2. Mustard Seeds

  3. Cumin

  4. Asafoetida


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Asafoetida is a spice native to India, and is known for its bitter taste and strong aroma. It is often used in small quantities to add depth of flavor to dishes, and can be used whole or ground.

What is the name of the popular Indian sweet made from milk solids, sugar, and nuts, and is often served during festivals and special occasions?

  1. Gulab Jamun

  2. Rasgulla

  3. Jalebi

  4. Kulfi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rasgulla is a popular Indian sweet made from milk solids, sugar, and nuts. It is often served during festivals and special occasions, and is made by boiling balls of dough in a sugar syrup.

Which Indian spice is known for its pungent flavor and is often used in curries and other dishes?

  1. Cumin

  2. Coriander

  3. Fennel

  4. Mustard Seeds


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cumin is a spice native to India, and is known for its pungent flavor and aroma. It is often used in curries and other dishes, and can be used whole or ground.

What is the name of the popular Indian rice dish that is made with basmati rice, vegetables, and spices?

  1. Biryani

  2. Pulao

  3. Jeera Rice

  4. Khichdi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Biryani is a popular Indian rice dish that is made with basmati rice, vegetables, and spices. It is often served with raita, a yogurt-based sauce, and can be made with chicken, lamb, or vegetables.

Which Indian spice is known for its sweet and slightly floral flavor, and is often used in desserts and beverages?

  1. Cardamom

  2. Saffron

  3. Nutmeg

  4. Mace


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cardamom is a spice native to India, and is known for its sweet and slightly floral flavor. It is often used in desserts and beverages, and can be used whole or ground.

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