General Awareness

Food Ingredients and Cookery

4,498 Questions

Food ingredients and cookery questions test knowledge of culinary practices, dietary alternatives, and food standards. This subject is relevant for general awareness and hospitality exams. Use this set to review essential cooking facts.

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Food Ingredients and Cookery Questions

Multiple choice

What is the main ingredient in a Chokha salad?

  1. Potatoes

  2. Eggplant

  3. Tomatoes

  4. Cucumbers
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Chokha is a roasted eggplant salad, often mixed with spices, onions, and tomatoes.

Multiple choice

What is the main ingredient in a Dahi Bhalla salad?

  1. Yogurt Balls

  2. Potatoes

  3. Tomatoes

  4. Cucumbers
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Dahi Bhalla salad is a salad made with yogurt balls, spices, and a tangy dressing.

Multiple choice

What is the main ingredient in a Paneer Tikka salad?

  1. Grilled Cottage Cheese

  2. Potatoes

  3. Tomatoes

  4. Cucumbers
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Paneer Tikka salad is a salad made with grilled cottage cheese, spices, and a tangy dressing.

Multiple choice

What is the main ingredient used to thicken gluten-free stews?

  1. Cornstarch

  2. Flour

  3. Arrowroot

  4. Tapioca
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Arrowroot is a gluten-free starch that is commonly used to thicken gluten-free stews.

Multiple choice

Which of the following vegetables is NOT commonly used in gluten-free stews?

  1. Potatoes

  2. Carrots

  3. Celery

  4. Wheat
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Wheat is not a gluten-free ingredient and should not be used in gluten-free stews.

Multiple choice

Which of the following herbs is NOT commonly used to season gluten-free stews?

  1. Thyme

  2. Rosemary

  3. Bay leaf

  4. Sage
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Sage is not a commonly used herb in gluten-free stews.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common gluten-free grain used in stews?

  1. Quinoa

  2. Brown rice

  3. Oats

  4. Barley
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Barley is not a gluten-free grain and should not be used in gluten-free stews.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common gluten-free vegetable used in stews?

  1. Potatoes

  2. Carrots

  3. Celery

  4. Corn
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Corn is not a gluten-free vegetable and should not be used in gluten-free stews.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common gluten-free thickener used in stews?

  1. Cornstarch

  2. Flour

  3. Arrowroot

  4. Xanthan gum
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Flour is not a gluten-free thickener and should not be used in gluten-free stews.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common gluten-free ingredient used in stews?

  1. Potatoes

  2. Carrots

  3. Celery

  4. Soy sauce
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Soy sauce is not a gluten-free ingredient and should not be used in gluten-free stews.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a common gluten-free seasoning used in stews?

  1. Salt

  2. Pepper

  3. Garlic powder

  4. Onion powder
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
Correct answer
Explanation

Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder are all common gluten-free seasonings used in stews.

Multiple choice

What is the primary ingredient in 'dhokla', a popular Gujarati snack?

  1. Rice

  2. Lentils

  3. Chickpea Flour

  4. Yogurt
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Dhokla, a steamed savory cake made from fermented chickpea flour, is a staple Gujarati snack known for its soft, spongy texture and tangy flavor.

Multiple choice

What is the main ingredient in a brownie?

  1. Flour

  2. Sugar

  3. Butter

  4. Chocolate
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Brownies are a chocolate-based dessert that is often served with ice cream or whipped cream.

Multiple choice

What is the main ingredient in a muffin?

  1. Flour

  2. Sugar

  3. Butter

  4. Baking powder
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Baking powder is a leavening agent that helps muffins rise.

Multiple choice

What is the main ingredient in a waffle?

  1. Flour

  2. Sugar

  3. Butter

  4. Baking powder
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Baking powder is a leavening agent that helps waffles rise.