General Awareness

Indian Cuisine and Foods

6,233 Questions

Indian Cuisine and Foods explores regional dishes, traditional ingredients, and festive foods across the country. The questions cover popular street foods, wedding dishes, and local delicacies. A solid understanding of Indian culinary diversity is helpful for general awareness exams.

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Indian Cuisine and Foods Questions

Multiple choice

In the vibrant streets of Jaipur, relish the sweet and savory combination of this crispy pastry filled with a mixture of nuts, spices, and sugar.

  1. Pyaaz Kachori

  2. Mirchi Vada

  3. Ghevar

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

Ghevar is a traditional Rajasthani sweet, made from a batter of flour, ghee, and sugar, which is poured into a mold and cooked over a charcoal fire. It is known for its crispy texture and sweet flavor, and is often served with a topping of nuts and spices.

Multiple choice

Venture into the streets of Varanasi and savor the unique taste of this deep-fried bread stuffed with a spicy potato filling.

  1. Litti Chokha

  2. Kachori

  3. Jalebi

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

Litti Chokha is a popular street food in Varanasi, consisting of a whole wheat dough ball stuffed with a spicy potato filling and roasted over a charcoal fire. It is typically served with a brinjal-based curry called chokha.

Multiple choice

Delight in the crispy goodness of this deep-fried snack from Gujarat, often served with a tangy tamarind chutney.

  1. Dhokla

  2. Fafda

  3. Khaman

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

Fafda is a Gujarati street food delicacy, made from a batter of chickpea flour, spices, and herbs, which is deep-fried until crispy. It is often served with a tangy tamarind chutney and a sprinkle of green chilies.

Multiple choice

Journey to the streets of Mysore and indulge in this sweet and savory pastry filled with a mixture of coconut, jaggery, and spices.

  1. Mysore Pak

  2. Obbattu

  3. Holige

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

Mysore Pak is a traditional sweet from Mysore, made from a mixture of gram flour, sugar, ghee, and cardamom. It is known for its rich, dense texture and sweet flavor, and is often served during festivals and special occasions.

Multiple choice

In the bustling streets of Delhi, relish the tangy and refreshing taste of this yogurt-based drink, often flavored with cumin and mint.

  1. Lassi

  2. Chaas

  3. Jal Jeera

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

Lassi is a popular Indian yogurt-based drink, often flavored with cumin, mint, or mango. It is known for its tangy and refreshing taste, and is a popular street food beverage in Delhi and other parts of India.

Multiple choice

Tantalize your taste buds with this spicy and tangy street food from Mumbai, made from a mixture of boiled potatoes, onions, and green chilies.

  1. Bhelpuri

  2. Sev Puri

  3. Dahi Puri

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

Bhelpuri is a popular Mumbai street food, made from a mixture of boiled potatoes, onions, green chilies, tomatoes, and sev (fried noodles). It is seasoned with a tangy tamarind sauce and a sprinkle of coriander leaves.

Multiple choice

Experience the unique flavor of this sweet and savory dish from Kolkata, made from a batter of flour, lentils, and spices, and served with a potato curry.

  1. Chole Bhature

  2. Aloo Tikki

  3. Pani Puri

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

Dosa is a South Indian street food delicacy, made from a batter of rice and lentils, which is fermented and then cooked on a hot griddle. It is typically served with a potato curry, coconut chutney, and sambar.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a popular street food in Mumbai?

  1. Vada Pav

  2. Pav Bhaji

  3. Bhelpuri

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Vada Pav, Pav Bhaji, and Bhelpuri are all popular street foods in Mumbai. Vada Pav is a potato patty sandwiched between two pieces of bread, Pav Bhaji is a vegetable curry served with bread, and Bhelpuri is a puffed rice salad.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a traditional Gujarati dish?

  1. Dhokla

  2. Khandvi

  3. Thepla

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Dhokla, Khandvi, and Thepla are all traditional Gujarati dishes. Dhokla is a steamed chickpea flour cake, Khandvi is a savory yogurt roll, and Thepla is a flatbread made with whole wheat flour.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a popular South Indian breakfast dish?

  1. Idli

  2. Dosa

  3. Vada

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Idli, Dosa, and Vada are all popular South Indian breakfast dishes. Idli is a steamed rice cake, Dosa is a thin pancake made with rice and lentils, and Vada is a fried lentil dumpling.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a traditional Kashmiri dish?

  1. Rogan Josh

  2. Yakhni

  3. Gushtaba

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Rogan Josh, Yakhni, and Gushtaba are all traditional Kashmiri dishes. Rogan Josh is a lamb curry, Yakhni is a yogurt-based curry, and Gushtaba is a meatball curry.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a popular Bengali sweet dish?

  1. Rasgulla

  2. Sandesh

  3. Mishti Doi

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Rasgulla, Sandesh, and Mishti Doi are all popular Bengali sweet dishes. Rasgulla is a ball of chhena soaked in sugar syrup, Sandesh is a sweet made from chhena and sugar, and Mishti Doi is a sweet yogurt.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a traditional Rajasthani dish?

  1. Dal Baati Churma

  2. Gatte Ki Sabzi

  3. Laal Maas

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Dal Baati Churma, Gatte Ki Sabzi, and Laal Maas are all traditional Rajasthani dishes. Dal Baati Churma is a combination of lentils, wheat balls, and a sweet dish, Gatte Ki Sabzi is a curry made with chickpea flour dumplings, and Laal Maas is a mutton curry.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a popular Punjabi dish?

  1. Sarson Ka Saag

  2. Makki Di Roti

  3. Chole Bhature

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Sarson Ka Saag, Makki Di Roti, and Chole Bhature are all popular Punjabi dishes. Sarson Ka Saag is a curry made with mustard greens, Makki Di Roti is a flatbread made with cornmeal, and Chole Bhature is a combination of chickpeas and fried bread.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a traditional Hyderabadi dish?

  1. Biryani

  2. Haleem

  3. Nihari

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Biryani, Haleem, and Nihari are all traditional Hyderabadi dishes. Biryani is a rice dish with meat or vegetables, Haleem is a meat stew, and Nihari is a beef stew.