Match the National Dish Trivia Quiz

Answer: Australia

Australia has a variety of dishes that are classified as national ones.

Vegemite is a thick, black spread that is made from leftover brewers' yeast extract and is often used as a spread on toast. It has a salty, bitter flavor that is either loved or hated by the eater.

Meat pies are commonly made as individual hand sized pies. They are made of various fillings, but most commonly consist of a minced meat gravy filling, sometimes with onions, mushrooms and cheese.

Lamb roast or lamb chops are often prepared over the barbecue. Preferred spices often include garlic and rosemary.

Answer: Canada

Poutine became a popular food in the mid-1950s and early 1960s and was invented in Quebec. It consists of french fries smothered in gravy and cheese curds. Different varieties may also include smoked pork, peas or even curried poutine.

A tourtiere is a French meat pie. Often made with pork, veal or beef, and potatoes. It is not completely exclusive to Quebec and can be found in many Eastern US States including Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire and the New England region. To make it more rustic, some chefs and families will also use wild game.

Answer: France

A crepe is a thin pancake that can either be prepared sweet or savory. Crepes are often filled and then rolled, almost like a burrito. Common fillings in sweet crepes include custards, Nutella, fruit spreads, maple syrup or whipped cream. Savory fillings are often served as lunch or breakfast foods and often include ham, cheese, eggs or mushrooms.

A bouillabaisse is a fish stew that is traditionally found in the Provencal region of France. Various types of fish and seafood can be used in its preparation including rockfish, crabs, octopus and mussels. They may include leeks, onions, tomatoes, celery and potatoes and typically have a very select blend of spices that includes saffron, thyme and bay leaves.

Answer: Iceland

Hakarl is perhaps one of the more repulsive items on today's menu. It is the national dish of Iceland and is not for the faint of heart. It is prepared by taking Greenland shark and allowing it to cure or ferment for an extended period of time (roughly 6-12 weeks).

The shark is poisonous when fresh, but once the toxins are released through the fermentation process, it becomes edible. Though it has a very strong ammonia smell to it, it is typically eaten by pinching of the nose, swallowing, and then chasing it down with an alcoholic beverage such as Brennivin (a spirit resembling aquavit). Yummy!!!

Answer: Jamaica

Ackee is a fruit that is common to the Caribbean region. The Jamaican national dish is prepared by boiling salt cod with the ackee fruit. While boiling, a variety of vegetables including scotch bonnet peppers, onions and tomatoes are added. It is then served with plantains or rice and peas.

"Jerk" is a style of cooking in the Jamaican region. It is a process in which meat is dry rubbed or wet marinated for a period of time. Many jerk recipes are then cooked over the barbecue. Common spices for jerk recipes include cloves, cinnamon, scotch bonnet peppers, nutmeg and thyme.

Answer: Mexico

A taco is traditional Mexican dish that is prepared with corn tortillas. Tacos are typically hard-shelled or soft-shelled. They are then stuffed with a meat filling and a variety of vegetables such as lettuce, tomatoes and green onions.

A mole sauce is a form of Mexican condiment. To prepare a mole sauce, it takes time and patience. Some mole sauces can include more than 30 spices and ingredients. Some are mild while others are spicy. As a general rule, they typically include a chili pepper such as pablano chili and chocolate.

Answer: South Korea

Kimchi is a staple food found in most Korean households. To make Kimchi, vegetables (specifically cabbage) are fermented for a period of time with various seasonings that include ginger, garlic and chili powder. It is believed that there are hundreds of variants of this national dish.

Bulgogi is a Korean form of barbecue. Translated, it literally means "fire meat". Beef or pork are thinly slices and then marinated using a blend of soy sauce, ginger, sesame oil and various spices. The meat is then often placed on skewers and grilled over an open fire or barbecue.

Answer: Russia

Borscht is a popular Eastern European and Russian soup made with beets. It is of Ukrainian descent. It is prepared using a meat stock and traditionally includes the bone. Beetroots are then added to the stock and a variety of vegetables including cabbage, potatoes and onions. When served, many place a dollop of sour cream on top.

Pirozhki translates to "small pie". They are a form of puff pastry that is then stuffed with a meat filling and baked in the oven. The stuffing commonly includes beef, onions, cabbage, mushrooms and eggs.

Answer: United Kingdom

Fish and chips can be found in many restaurants, shops and food vendors across the United Kingdom. A variety of fish (most commonly cod or haddock) are battered and then deep fried and then served with deep fried potatoes (chips). It is common to pour a sprinkle of malt vinegar on top of the fish and chips.

Chicken Tikka Masala is a dish that has its roots in the United Kingdom due to the high population of East Indian people. It is a curried chicken dish that is creamy and orange coloured. It is served over rice and is often found at food vendors across the country. Government minister Robin Cook once exclaimed that it was the "true British national dish".

Answer: Vietnam

Pho is a Vietnamese soup prepared with a light broth and rice noodles. It became popularized during and after the Vietnam War as it was cheap to make while victims of the war suffered from economic hardship. Some versions may include tripe, meatballs, brisket or slowly cooked tendons.

Bahn mi is a Vietnamese street food sandwich. It is served on a baguette showcasing the French roots in Vietnam. The topping is a variety of vegetables and condiments with meat. Meat typically chosen for these sandwiches include seasoned pork belly, Vietnamese sausage or grilled pork. Condiments used include spicy mayonnaise, spicy chili sauces Maggi seasoning sauce.