Herbs And Spices Trivia Quiz Questions And Answers

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    What causes the uniformly sweet taste of coffee or tea?

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How often do you cook? Do you know about the different herbs and spices used in cooking? Attempt these herbs and spices quiz questions and answers and test your knowledge regarding them. For your food to get that desired flavor, there must be some things you need to mix up to achieve it. That being said, various herbs and spices can be used to get different flavors. Learn more about common cooking herbs and spices with these multiple-choice questions and answers. Have fun cooking!

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  • 2. 

    What is the herb/spice commonly associated with Indian food?

    • Oregano

    • Bay leaf

    • Curry

    • Red pepper

    • Caraway

    Correct Answer
    A. Curry
    Explanation
    Many Indian cooking recipes incorporate curry.

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  • 3. 

    What measurement system is used to gauge the heat of chilli peppers?

    • The Scoville scale

    • Heat Index

    • Standard Unit System

    • Ritcher Scale

    Correct Answer
    A. The Scoville scale
    Explanation
    SHU is a measurement of the pungency (spiciness or "heat") of chili peppers.

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  • 4. 

    Which of the following is a commonly used powder consisting of horseradish and mustard?

    • Thyme

    • Jalapeno pepper

    • Juniper

    • Nutmeg

    • Wasabi

    Correct Answer
    A. Wasabi
    Explanation
    Wasabi is commonly used in Japanese cooking.

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  • 5. 

    Which of the following has been shown to reduce the risk of a heart attack?

    • Ginseng

    • Guarna

    • Ginger

    • Ginkgo

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Ginger
    Explanation
    Ginseng has been proven to reduce the risk of a heart attack in healthy adults.

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  • 6. 

    You need to create a great stir-fry. Which of the following is typically used in stir-fry to add flavor?

    • Lemon peel

    • Orange peel

    • Lemon grass

    • Pasilla negro powder

    • Peppercorn

    Correct Answer
    A. Lemon grass
    Explanation
    Lemongrass is a staple of Asian cooking and is often used in stir fry dishes.

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  • 7. 

    Which of the following powders might you find in exclusively in a Tex-Mex or other Southwestern establishment?

    • Mustard powder

    • Gumbo

    • Marjoram

    • Habanero

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Habanero
    Explanation
    Habanero peppers are known for their spicyness and tanginess and are well known to be used in SW cooking.

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  • 8. 

    What herb is pesto made from?

    • Basil

    • Pine nuts

    • Parmesan

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Pesto is made up of basil, Parmesan, and pine nuts.

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  • 9. 

    Which of the following is not generally a sweet herb/spice?

    • Cloves

    • Coriander

    • Cumin

    • Anise

    • Fennel

    Correct Answer
    A. Cumin
    Explanation
    Cumin is nutty and slightly spicy.

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  • 10. 

    Which of the following is considered a part of the mint family?

    • Nutmeg

    • Oregano

    • Mustard

    • Parsley

    • Bay leaf

    Correct Answer
    A. Oregano
    Explanation
    Oregano is actually considered a mint not unlike wintergreen.

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