Herbs And Spices Trivia Quiz Questions And Answers
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!
- 1.
What is the herb/spice commonly associated with Indian food?
- A.
Oregano
- B.
Bay leaf
- C.
Curry
- D.
Red pepper
- E.
Caraway
Correct Answer
C. CurryExplanation
Many Indian cooking recipes incorporate curry.Rate this question:
-
- 2.
Which of the following is not generally a sweet herb/spice?
- A.
Cloves
- B.
Coriander
- C.
Cumin
- D.
Anise
- E.
Fennel
Correct Answer
C. CuminExplanation
Cumin is nutty and slightly spicy.Rate this question:
-
- 3.
Which of the following has been shown to reduce the risk of a heart attack?
- A.
Ginseng
- B.
Guarna
- C.
Ginger
- D.
Ginkgo
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. GingerExplanation
Ginseng has been proven to reduce the risk of a heart attack in healthy adults.Rate this question:
-
- 4.
What causes the uniformly sweet taste of coffee or tea?
- A.
Spreading
- B.
Distribution
- C.
Diffusion
- D.
Permeability
Correct Answer
C. DiffusionExplanation
Diffusion causes the uniformly sweet taste of coffee or tea.Rate this question:
-
- 5.
Which of the following is a commonly used powder consisting of horseradish and mustard?
- A.
Thyme
- B.
Jalapeno pepper
- C.
Juniper
- D.
Nutmeg
- E.
Wasabi
Correct Answer
E. WasabiExplanation
Wasabi is commonly used in Japanese cooking.Rate this question:
-
- 6.
Which of the following is considered a part of the mint family?
- A.
Nutmeg
- B.
Oregano
- C.
Mustard
- D.
Parsley
- E.
Bay leaf
Correct Answer
B. OreganoExplanation
Oregano is actually considered a mint not unlike wintergreen.Rate this question:
-
- 7.
You need to create a great stir-fry. Which of the following is typically used in stir-fry to add flavor?
- A.
Lemon peel
- B.
Orange peel
- C.
Lemon grass
- D.
Pasilla negro powder
- E.
Peppercorn
Correct Answer
C. Lemon grassExplanation
Lemongrass is a staple of Asian cooking and is often used in stir fry dishes.Rate this question:
-
- 8.
Which of the following powders might you find in exclusively in a Tex-Mex or other Southwestern establishment?
- A.
Mustard powder
- B.
Gumbo
- C.
Marjoram
- D.
Habanero
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
D. HabaneroExplanation
Habanero peppers are known for their spicyness and tanginess and are well known to be used in SW cooking.Rate this question:
-
- 9.
What measurement system is used to gauge the heat of chilli peppers?
- A.
The Scoville scale
- B.
Heat Index
- C.
Standard Unit System
- D.
Ritcher Scale
Correct Answer
A. The Scoville scaleExplanation
SHU is a measurement of the pungency (spiciness or "heat") of chili peppers.Rate this question:
-
- 10.
What herb is pesto made from?
- A.
Basil
- B.
Pine nuts
- C.
Parmesan
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the aboveExplanation
Pesto is made up of basil, Parmesan, and pine nuts.Rate this question:
-
Quiz Review Timeline +
Our quizzes are rigorously reviewed, monitored and continuously updated by our expert board to maintain accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.
-
Current Version
-
Sep 23, 2022Quiz Edited by
ProProfs Editorial Team -
Mar 25, 2008Quiz Created by
Vaibhav Agarwal