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East Indian Rice Delicacies

Description: Test your knowledge about the diverse and flavorful rice delicacies from the Eastern region of India.
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Which of these is a popular East Indian rice dish made with fragrant long-grain rice, coconut milk, and spices?

  1. Biryani

  2. Pulao

  3. Khichdi

  4. Pongal


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Pulao is a classic East Indian rice dish that features aromatic rice cooked with spices, vegetables, and often meat or seafood.

What is the name of the traditional Bengali rice dish made with rice, lentils, and vegetables?

  1. Khichdi

  2. Biryani

  3. Pilaf

  4. Jeera Rice


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Khichdi is a comforting and wholesome dish that is often served as a main course or as a side dish.

Which East Indian rice dish is known for its distinct yellow color and is often served with a variety of accompaniments?

  1. Biryani

  2. Pulao

  3. Khichdi

  4. Jeera Rice


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Biryani is a layered rice dish that is prepared with fragrant rice, meat, vegetables, and a blend of spices. It is often served with yogurt, raita, or chutney.

In Odia cuisine, what is the name of the rice dish made with flattened rice, vegetables, and spices?

  1. Pakhala

  2. Chakuli Pitha

  3. Dalma

  4. Chhena Poda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pakhala is a refreshing and light rice dish that is enjoyed during the summer months in Odisha. It is made with flattened rice, yogurt, and a variety of spices.

Which East Indian rice dish is known for its crispy texture and is often served as a snack or appetizer?

  1. Murmura Chivda

  2. Bhelpuri

  3. Pani Puri

  4. Dahi Puri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Murmura Chivda is a popular snack made with puffed rice, peanuts, and a mixture of spices. It is often served during festivals and celebrations.

What is the name of the Assamese rice dish made with sticky rice, coconut milk, and jaggery?

  1. Pitha

  2. Jolpan

  3. Xaak

  4. Masor Tenga


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pitha is a traditional Assamese sweet dish made with sticky rice, coconut milk, and jaggery. It is often served during festivals and special occasions.

In Bengali cuisine, what is the name of the rice dish made with rice, mustard seeds, and coconut?

  1. Bhaat Bhaja

  2. Machher Jhol

  3. Aloo Posto

  4. Cholar Dal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhaat Bhaja is a simple yet flavorful Bengali dish made with rice, mustard seeds, and coconut. It is often served as a side dish or as a snack.

Which East Indian rice dish is known for its tangy and spicy flavor and is often served with fish or meat?

  1. Ambal

  2. Doi Maach

  3. Kosha Mangsho

  4. Chingri Macher Malai Curry


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ambal is a tangy and spicy Bengali dish made with rice, tamarind, and a variety of spices. It is often served with fish or meat.

What is the name of the Manipuri rice dish made with black rice, vegetables, and fermented fish?

  1. Chak Hao Kheer

  2. Eromba

  3. Singju

  4. Kangsoi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Eromba is a traditional Manipuri dish made with black rice, vegetables, and fermented fish. It is often served during festivals and special occasions.

In Odia cuisine, what is the name of the rice dish made with rice, lentils, and a variety of vegetables?

  1. Dalma

  2. Pakhala

  3. Chakuli Pitha

  4. Chhena Poda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dalma is a hearty and flavorful Odia dish made with rice, lentils, and a variety of vegetables. It is often served as a main course or as a side dish.

Which East Indian rice dish is known for its rich and creamy texture and is often served with meat or seafood?

  1. Khichdi

  2. Biryani

  3. Pulao

  4. Jeera Rice


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Khichdi is a creamy and comforting rice dish that is often served as a main course or as a side dish. It is made with rice, lentils, and a variety of vegetables.

What is the name of the Bengali rice dish made with rice, potatoes, and a variety of spices?

  1. Aloo Posto

  2. Bhaat Bhaja

  3. Machher Jhol

  4. Cholar Dal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aloo Posto is a classic Bengali dish made with rice, potatoes, and a poppy seed paste. It is often served as a main course or as a side dish.

In Assamese cuisine, what is the name of the rice dish made with sticky rice, coconut milk, and jaggery?

  1. Pitha

  2. Jolpan

  3. Xaak

  4. Masor Tenga


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pitha is a traditional Assamese sweet dish made with sticky rice, coconut milk, and jaggery. It is often served during festivals and special occasions.

Which East Indian rice dish is known for its distinct yellow color and is often served with a variety of accompaniments?

  1. Biryani

  2. Pulao

  3. Khichdi

  4. Jeera Rice


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Biryani is a layered rice dish that is prepared with fragrant rice, meat, vegetables, and a blend of spices. It is often served with yogurt, raita, or chutney.

What is the name of the Manipuri rice dish made with black rice, vegetables, and fermented fish?

  1. Chak Hao Kheer

  2. Eromba

  3. Singju

  4. Kangsoi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Eromba is a traditional Manipuri dish made with black rice, vegetables, and fermented fish. It is often served during festivals and special occasions.

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