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