General Awareness

Indian Cuisine and Foods

6,171 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

What is the name of the popular Indian street food made from crispy semolina balls stuffed with spiced potatoes and served with tamarind chutney and yogurt?

  1. Gol Gappe

  2. Dahi Puri

  3. Sev Puri

  4. Aloo Tikki
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Gol Gappe, also known as Pani Puri, is a popular street food made from crispy semolina balls stuffed with spiced potatoes and served with tamarind chutney and yogurt.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a popular Indian appetizer made from crispy fried lentil dumplings served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney?

  1. Dahi Vada

  2. Gol Gappe

  3. Papdi Chaat

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

Papdi Chaat is a popular appetizer made from crispy fried lentil dumplings served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the popular Indian appetizer made from crispy fried potato patties served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney?

  1. Samosa

  2. Pakora

  3. Aloo Tikki

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

Aloo Tikki is a popular appetizer made from crispy fried potato patties served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a popular Indian appetizer made from deep-fried chickpea batter dumplings served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney?

  1. Pakora

  2. Samosa

  3. Gol Gappe

  4. Dahi Vada
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Pakora is a popular appetizer made from deep-fried chickpea batter dumplings served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the popular Indian appetizer made from crispy fried cauliflower florets served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney?

  1. Gobi Manchurian

  2. Gobi Pakora

  3. Aloo Tikki

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

Gobi Pakora is a popular appetizer made from crispy fried cauliflower florets served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a popular Indian appetizer made from deep-fried onion rings served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney?

  1. Onion Pakora

  2. Samosa

  3. Gol Gappe

  4. Dahi Vada
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Onion Pakora is a popular appetizer made from deep-fried onion rings served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the popular Indian appetizer made from crispy fried spinach leaves served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney?

  1. Palak Pakora

  2. Samosa

  3. Gol Gappe

  4. Dahi Vada
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Palak Pakora is a popular appetizer made from crispy fried spinach leaves served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a popular Indian appetizer made from deep-fried potato wedges served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney?

  1. Aloo Tikki

  2. Samosa

  3. Gol Gappe

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

Aloo Tikki is a popular appetizer made from deep-fried potato wedges served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the popular Indian appetizer made from crispy fried eggplant slices served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney?

  1. Baingan Pakora

  2. Samosa

  3. Gol Gappe

  4. Dahi Vada
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Baingan Pakora is a popular appetizer made from crispy fried eggplant slices served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a popular Indian appetizer made from deep-fried green chili peppers served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney?

  1. Mirchi Pakora

  2. Samosa

  3. Gol Gappe

  4. Dahi Vada
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Mirchi Pakora is a popular appetizer made from deep-fried green chili peppers served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the popular Indian appetizer made from crispy fried corn kernels served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney?

  1. Makki Pakora

  2. Samosa

  3. Gol Gappe

  4. Dahi Vada
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Explanation

Makki Pakora is a popular appetizer made from crispy fried corn kernels served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a popular Indian appetizer made from deep-fried sweet potato slices served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney?

  1. Shakarkandi Pakora

  2. Samosa

  3. Gol Gappe

  4. Dahi Vada
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Shakarkandi Pakora is a popular appetizer made from deep-fried sweet potato slices served with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint chutney.

Multiple choice

Which of these dishes is a popular vegetarian curry from India?

  1. Butter Chicken

  2. Chicken Tikka Masala

  3. Chana Masala

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

Chana Masala is a classic Indian curry made with chickpeas, tomatoes, onions, and a blend of spices. It is a staple dish in many Indian households and is often served with rice or bread.

Multiple choice

Which salad is made with a combination of roasted eggplant, tomatoes, onions, and a tangy dressing?

  1. Baingan Bharta Salad

  2. Aloo Tikki Salad

  3. Cucumber Raita

  4. Masala Papad Salad
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Baingan Bharta Salad is a unique Indian salad made with roasted eggplant, tomatoes, onions, and a tangy dressing.

Multiple choice

Which salad is made with a combination of boiled potatoes, green peas, and a creamy dressing?

  1. Aloo Tikki Salad

  2. Baingan Bharta Salad

  3. Cucumber Raita

  4. Masala Papad Salad
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Aloo Tikki Salad is a unique Indian salad made with boiled potatoes, green peas, and a creamy dressing.