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Matambre - Quiz
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  • 1. What is the literal meaning of the word 'matambre'?
A) Steer muscle
B) Thin meat
C) Fly shaker
D) Hunger killer
  • 2. Where is the matambre muscle located on the steer?
A) Under the shoulder blade
B) Between the skin and the ribs
C) Along the spine
D) Inside the rib cage
  • 3. What is the scientific name for the matambre muscle?
A) Gluteus maximus
B) Flank steak
C) Biceps brachii
D) Cutaneous trunci
  • 4. Why is matambre sometimes referred to as the 'fly shaker'?
A) Because it is often served with fly repellent herbs
B) Because the animal uses it to twitch and repel insects
C) Because it shakes when sliced
D) Because of how it is shaken during cooking
  • 5. Which of the following is NOT a common filling for matambre arrollado?
A) Peppers
B) Hard-boiled eggs
C) Carrots
D) Cheese cubes
  • 6. What is 'matambre a la leche'?
A) Matambre fried in butter
B) Matambre marinated and baked in milk
C) Matambre served with a milk-based gravy
D) A vegetarian version of matambre
  • 7. How is 'matambre a la pizza' prepared?
A) Deep-fried with cheese
B) Rolled with pepperoni
C) Baked flat with tomato sauce and mozzarella
D) Served on top of a pizza crust
  • 8. What is the common color of the raw matambre muscle?
A) Deep purple
B) Bright red
C) Rose-colored
D) Pale yellow
  • 9. Which ingredient is often used to cook the matambre roll in Argentina?
A) Milk
B) Wine vinegar
C) Soy sauce
D) Vegetable oil
  • 10. How is matambre arrollado usually served after it has been cooked and cooled?
A) Served as a whole roast
B) Sliced into thin pieces
C) Served as a large steak
D) Minced into a spread
  • 11. Besides beef, what other type of matambre is sometimes used?
A) Chicken
B) Turkey
C) Lamb
D) Pork
  • 12. What is a common condiment eaten with matambre?
A) Ketchup
B) Mustard
C) Chimichurri
D) Barbecue sauce
  • 13. In which regions is matambre a common food name?
A) Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Rio Grande do Sul
B) Italy and France
C) United States and Canada
D) Mexico and Spain
  • 14. What is done to the matambre roll to keep it from unrolling during cooking?
A) It is sewn or pinned
B) It is glued with food-safe starch
C) It is tied with metal wire
D) It is frozen before boiling
  • 15. What is another name for the matambre muscle used in packing houses?
A) Elephant ear
B) Cow brisket
C) Ribeye cap
D) Side loin
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