Teochew cuisine - Quiz
  • 1. What are other names for Teochew cuisine?
A) Beijing cuisine, Shanghai cuisine, or Zhejiang cuisine
B) Sichuan cuisine, Hunan cuisine, or Shandong cuisine
C) Chiuchow cuisine, Chaozhou cuisine, or Teo-swa cuisine
D) Anhui cuisine, Jiangsu cuisine, or Fujian cuisine
  • 2. In which region of China did Teochew cuisine originate?
A) The Yangtze River Delta region in Eastern China
B) The Sichuan Basin in Southwest China
C) The Pearl River Delta region in Southern China
D) The Chaoshan region in the eastern part of Guangdong Province
  • 3. Which two cuisines does Teochew cuisine bear similarities to?
A) Sichuan cuisine and Hunan cuisine
B) Jiangsu cuisine and Zhejiang cuisine
C) Shandong cuisine and Anhui cuisine
D) Fujian (Southern Min) cuisine and Cantonese cuisine
  • 4. What is a common cooking method in Teochew cuisine?
A) Smoking and grilling
B) Poaching, steaming, and braising
C) Braising and stir-frying
D) Deep-frying and roasting
  • 5. How is Teochew congee different from Cantonese congee?
A) Teochew congee is very watery with rice sitting loosely at the bottom of the bowl
B) Teochew congee includes more vegetables
C) Teochew congee uses less water than Cantonese congee
D) Teochew congee is thicker and more like a porridge
  • 6. What type of tea is served in authentic Teochew restaurants?
A) Green tea
B) Tieguanyin oolong tea
C) Black tea
D) Pu-erh tea
  • 7. What ingredients are used to make crab vinegar in Teochew cuisine?
A) Rice vinegar and star anise
B) Honey and ginger powder
C) Brown sugar and galangal powder
D) Soy sauce and chili paste
  • 8. What is the purpose of crab vinegar in Teochew cuisine?
A) To neutralize the 'cold' nature of crab
B) To add a spicy flavor to crab dishes
C) To enhance the sweetness of crab
D) To preserve crab meat
  • 9. What is shacha sauce made from?
A) Soybean oil, garlic, shallots, chilies, brill fish, and dried shrimp
B) Hummus, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic
C) Miso, sake, mirin, and soy sauce
D) Tomato paste, basil, oregano, and olive oil
  • 10. What is siang teng in Teochew cuisine?
A) A sweet dessert sauce
B) A fermented tofu dish
C) A special stock that remains on the stove and is continuously replenished
D) A type of noodle soup
  • 11. What is a notable feast in Teochew cuisine called?
A) Hot pot
B) Yum cha
C) Dim sum
D) Jiat dot (食桌; shízhuō)
  • 12. What are some dishes traditionally served at a jiat dot feast?
A) Fried rice, spring rolls, dumplings, and wonton soup
B) Peking duck, sweet and sour pork, chow mein, and egg tarts
C) Sichuan hotpot, kung pao chicken, mapo tofu, and dan dan noodles
D) Shark fin soup, bird's nest soup, lobster, steamed fish, roasted suckling pig, and braised goose
  • 13. What is a late night meal known as in Teochew cuisine?
A) Dim sum
B) Meh siao (夜宵; yèxiāo) or daa laang (打冷; dǎléng)
C) Yum cha
D) Congee
  • 14. Where have many people of Teochew origin settled outside China?
A) Hong Kong, Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Singapore, Cambodia, Thailand), Taiwan, Vietnam, Cambodia, France, and the United States
B) Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and Brazil
C) Italy, Spain, Germany, and Canada
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) Rice noodles with peanut sauce
C) Bun cha
D) Hu tieu
  • 16. What is a common characteristic of Teochew restaurant menus?
A) They primarily feature meat-based dishes
B) They often have a dessert section
C) They emphasize vegetarian options
D) They focus mainly on spicy dishes
  • 17. What is the role of sauces in Teochew cuisine?
A) Sauces are only used for desserts
B) Sauces play a vital role, with almost every dish having its own unique sauce
C) Only one type of sauce is used for all dishes
D) Sauces are rarely used in Teochew dishes
  • 18. What is the significance of proper etiquette at a jiat dot feast?
A) It shows respect and humility, with emphasis on neat attire and good table manners
B) Only the host needs to follow strict etiquette
C) There are no specific etiquette rules for a jiat dot feast
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 introduction of Teochew dishes and cooking techniques
B) The focus on Italian pasta
C) The incorporation of Indian spices
D) The use of Japanese sushi ingredients
  • 20. What is the purpose of serving strong oolong tea in Teochew restaurants?
A) To be served with breakfast items
B) To accompany spicy dishes only
C) As a dessert beverage
D) To cleanse the palate before and after meals
  • 21. What is a common characteristic of Teochew cuisine's use of flavoring?
A) It uses large quantities of oil for flavor
B) It is less heavy-handed, relying on the freshness and quality of ingredients
C) It primarily uses sweeteners
D) It heavily relies on artificial flavors
  • 22. What is a popular condiment in Teochew cuisine that is also found in Fujian and Taiwanese cuisine?
A) Soy sauce
B) Oyster sauce
C) Fish sauce
D) Shacha sauce
  • 23. What is the traditional attire for men at a jiat dot feast in Teochew culture?
A) Casual clothing with no specific requirements
B) Long gowns and felt hats
C) Western suits and ties
D) Traditional Japanese kimonos
  • 24. What is the significance of vegetable carving in Teochew cuisine?
A) It is only used for decorative purposes with no culinary significance
B) Vegetable carving is rarely practiced in Teochew cuisine
C) Carved vegetables are served as main courses
D) Teochew chefs take pride in their skills, using carved vegetables as garnishes on cold dishes and banquet tables
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