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Teochew cuisine - Quiz
Contributed by: Knott
  • 1. What are other names for Teochew cuisine?
A) Anhui cuisine, Jiangsu cuisine, or Fujian cuisine
B) Chiuchow cuisine, Chaozhou cuisine, or Teo-swa cuisine
C) Sichuan cuisine, Hunan cuisine, or Shandong cuisine
D) Beijing cuisine, Shanghai cuisine, or Zhejiang cuisine
  • 2. In which region of China did Teochew cuisine originate?
A) The Pearl River Delta region in Southern China
B) The Sichuan Basin in Southwest China
C) The Yangtze River Delta region in Eastern China
D) The Chaoshan region in the eastern part of Guangdong Province
  • 3. Which two cuisines does Teochew cuisine bear similarities to?
A) Jiangsu cuisine and Zhejiang cuisine
B) Fujian (Southern Min) cuisine and Cantonese cuisine
C) Shandong cuisine and Anhui cuisine
D) Sichuan cuisine and Hunan cuisine
  • 4. What is a common cooking method in Teochew cuisine?
A) Braising and stir-frying
B) Deep-frying and roasting
C) Smoking and grilling
D) Poaching, steaming, and braising
  • 5. How is Teochew congee different from Cantonese congee?
A) Teochew congee includes more vegetables
B) Teochew congee uses less water than Cantonese congee
C) Teochew congee is thicker and more like a porridge
D) Teochew congee is very watery with rice sitting loosely at the bottom of the bowl
  • 6. What type of tea is served in authentic Teochew restaurants?
A) Black tea
B) Tieguanyin oolong tea
C) Pu-erh tea
D) Green tea
  • 7. What ingredients are used to make crab vinegar in Teochew cuisine?
A) Soy sauce and chili paste
B) Brown sugar and galangal powder
C) Rice vinegar and star anise
D) Honey and ginger powder
  • 8. What is the purpose of crab vinegar in Teochew cuisine?
A) To enhance the sweetness of crab
B) To add a spicy flavor to crab dishes
C) To preserve crab meat
D) To neutralize the 'cold' nature of crab
  • 9. What is shacha sauce made from?
A) Hummus, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic
B) Soybean oil, garlic, shallots, chilies, brill fish, and dried shrimp
C) Tomato paste, basil, oregano, and olive oil
D) Miso, sake, mirin, and soy sauce
  • 10. What is siang teng in Teochew cuisine?
A) A type of noodle soup
B) A special stock that remains on the stove and is continuously replenished
C) A fermented tofu dish
D) A sweet dessert sauce
  • 11. What is a notable feast in Teochew cuisine called?
A) Hot pot
B) Jiat dot (食桌; shízhuō)
C) Dim sum
D) Yum cha
  • 12. What are some dishes traditionally served at a jiat dot feast?
A) Sichuan hotpot, kung pao chicken, mapo tofu, and dan dan noodles
B) Peking duck, sweet and sour pork, chow mein, and egg tarts
C) Shark fin soup, bird's nest soup, lobster, steamed fish, roasted suckling pig, and braised goose
D) Fried rice, spring rolls, dumplings, and wonton soup
  • 13. What is a late night meal known as in Teochew cuisine?
A) Meh siao (夜宵; yèxiāo) or daa laang (打冷; dǎléng)
B) Dim sum
C) Yum cha
D) Congee
  • 14. Where have many people of Teochew origin settled outside China?
A) Italy, Spain, Germany, and Canada
B) Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and Brazil
C) Hong Kong, Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Singapore, Cambodia, Thailand), Taiwan, Vietnam, Cambodia, France, and the United States
D) Japan, Korea, India, and Russia
  • 15. What is a popular noodle soup in Vietnam and Cambodia that originated from Teochew cuisine?
A) Pho
B) Hu tieu
C) Rice noodles with peanut sauce
D) Bun cha
  • 16. What is a common characteristic of Teochew restaurant menus?
A) They primarily feature meat-based dishes
B) They focus mainly on spicy dishes
C) They emphasize vegetarian options
D) They often have a dessert section
  • 17. What is the role of sauces in Teochew cuisine?
A) Sauces play a vital role, with almost every dish having its own unique sauce
B) Only one type of sauce is used for all dishes
C) Sauces are only used for desserts
D) Sauces are rarely used in Teochew dishes
  • 18. What is the significance of proper etiquette at a jiat dot feast?
A) There are no specific etiquette rules for a jiat dot feast
B) It shows respect and humility, with emphasis on neat attire and good table manners
C) Only the host needs to follow strict etiquette
D) Guests can dress casually and eat without restrictions
  • 19. What is one of the notable influences of Teochew people in Singaporean cuisine?
A) The focus on Italian pasta
B) The use of Japanese sushi ingredients
C) The incorporation of Indian spices
D) The introduction of Teochew dishes and cooking techniques
  • 20. What is the purpose of serving strong oolong tea in Teochew restaurants?
A) To cleanse the palate before and after meals
B) As a dessert beverage
C) To be served with breakfast items
D) To accompany spicy dishes only
  • 21. What is a common characteristic of Teochew cuisine's use of flavoring?
A) It uses large quantities of oil for flavor
B) It primarily uses sweeteners
C) It heavily relies on artificial flavors
D) It is less heavy-handed, relying on the freshness and quality of ingredients
  • 22. What is a popular condiment in Teochew cuisine that is also found in Fujian and Taiwanese cuisine?
A) Oyster sauce
B) Shacha sauce
C) Soy sauce
D) Fish sauce
  • 23. What is the traditional attire for men at a jiat dot feast in Teochew culture?
A) Long gowns and felt hats
B) Western suits and ties
C) Traditional Japanese kimonos
D) Casual clothing with no specific requirements
  • 24. What is the significance of vegetable carving in Teochew cuisine?
A) Carved vegetables are served as main courses
B) Vegetable carving is rarely practiced in Teochew cuisine
C) It is only used for decorative purposes with no culinary significance
D) Teochew chefs take pride in their skills, using carved vegetables as garnishes on cold dishes and banquet tables
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