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How to smoke meat and fish for preservation
Contributed by: Kay
  • 1. What is the primary reason for smoking meat and fish for preservation?
A) To add moisture
B) To make the food look more appealing
C) To inhibit microbial growth and enzymatic activity
D) To enhance the flavor only
  • 2. Which type of smoking involves cooking the meat/fish at higher temperatures?
A) Hot smoking
B) Smoke curing
C) Cold smoking
D) Liquid smoking
  • 3. What temperature range is generally considered 'cold smoking'?
A) Below 90°F (32°C)
B) 200-250°F (93-121°C)
C) 150-180°F (66-82°C)
D) Above 300°F (149°C)
  • 4. Which type of wood is generally NOT recommended for smoking due to resin content?
A) Hickory
B) Maple
C) Pine
D) Apple
  • 5. What is the purpose of brining meat/fish before smoking?
A) To add moisture and flavor
B) To make the meat tougher
C) To remove excess fat
D) To decrease the smoking time
  • 6. What is a pellicle?
A) A tacky skin that forms on the surface of meat/fish before smoking
B) A type of smoker
C) A type of wood used for smoking
D) A seasoning rub applied before smoking
  • 7. Why is a pellicle important?
A) It helps the smoke adhere to the surface
B) It eliminates the need for a brine
C) It prevents the meat from drying out
D) It adds flavor
  • 8. Which of these is NOT a benefit of using smoke to preserve food?
A) Dries the surface
B) Inhibits bacteria growth
C) Increases the vitamin content
D) Adds flavor
  • 9. What compound in smoke acts as a preservative?
A) Formaldehyde and phenols
B) Salts
C) Nitrites
D) Sugars
  • 10. What food safety concern is minimized by properly smoking fish?
A) Salmonella
B) Listeria
C) E. coli
D) Botulism
  • 11. What is the purpose of nitrates/nitrites in curing?
A) To prevent botulism and fix color
B) To add a smoky flavor
C) To remove moisture
D) To tenderize the meat
  • 12. Which of the following is a characteristic of properly cold-smoked salmon?
A) Silky texture
B) Flaky texture
C) Dry and brittle
D) Overly salty
  • 13. How does smoke help preserve food?
A) By freezing the food.
B) By adding vitamins and minerals.
C) By adding sugar to the food.
D) By depositing antibacterial compounds and drying the surface.
  • 14. What is the main difference between hot and cold smoking?
A) The type of wood used.
B) The amount of salt added.
C) The cooking temperature.
D) The length of time smoked.
  • 15. Which type of smoking is best for long-term preservation?
A) Cold smoking combined with curing.
B) Refrigerating the food.
C) Hot smoking alone.
D) Just salting the food.
  • 16. Which of these is a common tool for maintaining low temperatures in a cold smoker?
A) An electric blanket
B) A convection oven
C) A propane torch
D) Ice
  • 17. What is equilibrium salting?
A) Salting until the salt concentration is equal throughout
B) Adding salt until the meat tastes salty
C) Removing all salt from the meat
D) Using only sea salt
  • 18. Why is airflow important when smoking?
A) To remove moisture and prevent creosote buildup
B) To save fuel
C) To keep the smoker hot
D) To add more smoke flavor
  • 19. What does curing salt typically contain in addition to sodium chloride?
A) Vinegar
B) MSG
C) Sugar
D) Sodium nitrite or sodium nitrate
  • 20. What is the main reason to avoid using green or unseasoned wood?
A) It doesn't produce enough smoke
B) It's more expensive
C) It produces a bitter, sooty smoke
D) It burns too quickly
  • 21. Which fish is commonly cold smoked?
A) Tuna
B) Cod
C) Salmon
D) Tilapia
  • 22. Which meat is commonly hot smoked?
A) Lamb chops
B) Chicken breast
C) Pork shoulder (pulled pork)
D) Beef tenderloin
  • 23. What is the purpose of a water pan in a smoker?
A) To cool down the smoker
B) To add moisture and regulate temperature
C) To catch drippings
D) To increase smoke production
  • 24. How long can properly cold smoked fish typically last in the refrigerator?
A) Several months
B) Up to 2 weeks
C) Indefinitely
D) Only a few days
  • 25. What is creosote?
A) A type of wood
B) A dark, oily residue from incomplete combustion
C) A type of smoker
D) A spice blend
  • 26. What causes creosote buildup?
A) Poor ventilation and low temperature smoldering
B) Too much salt
C) High heat
D) Using dry wood
  • 27. Which factor is most important for safe smoking of meat and fish?
A) Using the right type of wood
B) Maintaining proper internal temperature to kill bacteria
C) Adding enough smoke flavor
D) Salting the meat thoroughly
  • 28. What is the best way to measure the internal temperature of meat or fish?
A) Using a digital meat thermometer
B) By timing the smoking process
C) By feeling the texture
D) By visually inspecting the color
  • 29. Why is it important to control humidity when smoking?
A) To prevent case hardening.
B) To save fuel.
C) To reduce cooking time.
D) To increase smoke flavor.
  • 30. Which of the following is a sign that fish has been improperly smoked and may be unsafe to eat?
A) A strong smoky flavor.
B) A light pink color.
C) A slightly dry texture.
D) A slimy or sour odor.
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