peruvian common food knowledge

Question 1

What is the national dish of Peru?

Answer 1

Ceviche

Question 2

True or False: Ceviche is made from raw fish marinated in citrus juices.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The main ingredient in Lomo Saltado is _____.

Answer 3

beef

Question 4

What type of potato is commonly used in Peruvian cuisine?

Answer 4

Yellow potato

Question 5

Which grain is a staple in Peruvian food and is often used in dishes like quinoa salad?

Answer 5

Quinoa

Question 6

What is the main ingredient in the traditional Peruvian dish Aji de Gallina?

Answer 6

Chicken

Question 7

True or False: Anticuchos are skewers made typically from beef heart.

Answer 7

True

Question 8

What is the primary seasoning used in Peruvian cuisine?

Answer 8

Aji (chili pepper)

Question 9

Multiple choice: Which of the following is a popular Peruvian dessert? A) Flan B) Tres Leches C) Picarones

Answer 9

C) Picarones

Question 10

What is the purpose of marinating fish in lime juice for ceviche?

Answer 10

To cure the fish and enhance flavor

Question 11

Fill in the blank: The Andean dish called _____ is made from a mixture of corn, beans, and potatoes.

Answer 11

Pachamanca

Question 12

What is the primary ingredient in the Peruvian dish causa?

Answer 12

Mashed yellow potatoes

Question 13

True or False: Pisco is a type of Peruvian brandy made from grapes.

Answer 13

True

Question 14

What is the common preparation method for the dish called ‘Seco de Cordero’?

Answer 14

Slow-cooked lamb in cilantro sauce

Question 15

Multiple choice: Which dish is known for its spicy sauce made from peanuts? A) Rocoto Relleno B) Aji de Gallina C) Causa

Answer 15

B) Aji de Gallina

Question 16

What is the main ingredient in the dish Rocoto Relleno?

Answer 16

Rocoto pepper

Question 17

Fill in the blank: The traditional Peruvian drink made from fermented corn is called _____.

Answer 17

Chicha

Question 18

True or False: Tacu Tacu is a dish made from leftover rice and beans.

Answer 18

True

Question 19

What is a popular street food in Peru made of fried potatoes and served with various toppings?

Answer 19

Papitas a la Huancaina

Question 20

Multiple choice: Which Peruvian dish is a type of stew made with chicken and potatoes? A) Aji de Gallina B) Lomo Saltado C) Ceviche

Answer 20

A) Aji de Gallina

Question 21

What ingredient is primarily used to make the sauce for Huancaina Sauce?

Answer 21

Cheese

Question 22

Fill in the blank: The dish called _____ consists of fried fish served with onion and lime.

Answer 22

Ceviche

Question 23

True or False: Peruvian cuisine is influenced by indigenous, Spanish, African, and Asian cultures.

Answer 23

True

Question 24

What type of meat is traditionally used in the dish ‘Pachamanca’?

Answer 24

Various meats including lamb, chicken, and pork

Question 25

What is the popular Peruvian snack made from fried dough and sweet syrup?

Answer 25

Picarones

Question 26

Multiple choice: Which ingredient is NOT typically found in Peruvian ceviche? A) Fish B) Lime C) Cheese

Answer 26

C) Cheese