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Culinary Uses of Herbs and Spices

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge of the culinary uses of herbs and spices.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which herb is commonly used in Italian cuisine to make pesto sauce?

  1. Basil

  2. Oregano

  3. Thyme

  4. Rosemary


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Basil is a herb that is commonly used in Italian cuisine to make pesto sauce. It has a sweet and slightly peppery flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients in pesto, such as olive oil, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese.

Which spice is commonly used in Indian cuisine to make garam masala?

  1. Cumin

  2. Coriander

  3. Fennel

  4. Cardamom


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cumin is a spice that is commonly used in Indian cuisine to make garam masala. It has a warm, earthy flavor that pairs well with the other spices in garam masala, such as coriander, fennel, and cardamom.

Which herb is commonly used in French cuisine to make herbes de Provence?

  1. Thyme

  2. Rosemary

  3. Lavender

  4. Marjoram


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Thyme is a herb that is commonly used in French cuisine to make herbes de Provence. It has a slightly minty flavor that pairs well with the other herbs in herbes de Provence, such as rosemary, lavender, and marjoram.

Which spice is commonly used in Chinese cuisine to make five-spice powder?

  1. Star anise

  2. Cinnamon

  3. Fennel

  4. Cloves


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Star anise is a spice that is commonly used in Chinese cuisine to make five-spice powder. It has a sweet, licorice-like flavor that pairs well with the other spices in five-spice powder, such as cinnamon, fennel, and cloves.

Which herb is commonly used in Mexican cuisine to make salsa verde?

  1. Cilantro

  2. Parsley

  3. Mint

  4. Oregano


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cilantro is a herb that is commonly used in Mexican cuisine to make salsa verde. It has a fresh, citrusy flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients in salsa verde, such as tomatillos, onions, and chili peppers.

Which spice is commonly used in Thai cuisine to make curry paste?

  1. Galangal

  2. Lemongrass

  3. Kaffir lime leaves

  4. Turmeric


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Galangal is a spice that is commonly used in Thai cuisine to make curry paste. It has a sharp, ginger-like flavor that pairs well with the other spices in curry paste, such as lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and turmeric.

Which herb is commonly used in Greek cuisine to make tzatziki sauce?

  1. Dill

  2. Parsley

  3. Mint

  4. Oregano


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dill is a herb that is commonly used in Greek cuisine to make tzatziki sauce. It has a fresh, slightly tangy flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients in tzatziki sauce, such as yogurt, cucumber, and garlic.

Which spice is commonly used in Moroccan cuisine to make ras el hanout?

  1. Cumin

  2. Coriander

  3. Fennel

  4. Cardamom


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cumin is a spice that is commonly used in Moroccan cuisine to make ras el hanout. It has a warm, earthy flavor that pairs well with the other spices in ras el hanout, such as coriander, fennel, and cardamom.

Which herb is commonly used in Italian cuisine to make gremolata?

  1. Parsley

  2. Garlic

  3. Lemon zest

  4. Pine nuts


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Parsley is a herb that is commonly used in Italian cuisine to make gremolata. It has a fresh, slightly bitter flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients in gremolata, such as garlic, lemon zest, and pine nuts.

Which spice is commonly used in Indian cuisine to make vindaloo?

  1. Cumin

  2. Coriander

  3. Fennel

  4. Cardamom


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cumin is a spice that is commonly used in Indian cuisine to make vindaloo. It has a warm, earthy flavor that pairs well with the other spices in vindaloo, such as coriander, fennel, and cardamom.

Which herb is commonly used in French cuisine to make bouquet garni?

  1. Thyme

  2. Rosemary

  3. Bay leaf

  4. Parsley


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Thyme is a herb that is commonly used in French cuisine to make bouquet garni. It has a slightly minty flavor that pairs well with the other herbs in bouquet garni, such as rosemary, bay leaf, and parsley.

Which spice is commonly used in Chinese cuisine to make mapo tofu?

  1. Star anise

  2. Cinnamon

  3. Fennel

  4. Cloves


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Star anise is a spice that is commonly used in Chinese cuisine to make mapo tofu. It has a sweet, licorice-like flavor that pairs well with the other spices in mapo tofu, such as cinnamon, fennel, and cloves.

Which herb is commonly used in Mexican cuisine to make guacamole?

  1. Cilantro

  2. Parsley

  3. Mint

  4. Oregano


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cilantro is a herb that is commonly used in Mexican cuisine to make guacamole. It has a fresh, citrusy flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients in guacamole, such as avocados, onions, and chili peppers.

Which spice is commonly used in Thai cuisine to make pad thai?

  1. Galangal

  2. Lemongrass

  3. Kaffir lime leaves

  4. Turmeric


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Galangal is a spice that is commonly used in Thai cuisine to make pad thai. It has a sharp, ginger-like flavor that pairs well with the other spices in pad thai, such as lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and turmeric.

Which herb is commonly used in Greek cuisine to make spanakopita?

  1. Dill

  2. Parsley

  3. Mint

  4. Oregano


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dill is a herb that is commonly used in Greek cuisine to make spanakopita. It has a fresh, slightly tangy flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients in spanakopita, such as spinach, feta cheese, and phyllo dough.

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