National Dishes of the World Trivia Quiz

Answer: Hamburger

The term hamburger originated from the German city of Hamburg. Patties of meat are typically stacked with toppings between two buns and typically served with a side of french fries or onion rings. Its earliest origins in a cookbook have dated back as early as 1758 when it was included as a recipe called "Hamburgh sausage" by English cookery writer Hannah Glasse.

Many forms of the hamburger have been created over the years including venison burgers, ostrich burgers, buffalo burgers, and even the salmon burger.

Answer: Bulgogi

Translated, the word bulgogi literally means "fire meat". Thin slices of beef or pork are marinated with soy sauce and a variety of different spices. Once marinated, they are grilled on an open flame, however, some chefs prefer to pan fry their marinated meats. They are usually served with leafy greens such as lettuce to give the eater the option to make a bulgogi wrap.

Answer: Poutine

The poutine is a dish that originated in the province of Quebec during the 1950s by Fernand LaChance. The basic poutine consists of french fries, gravy, and cheese curds but many other varieties exists including steak, peas, or pulled pork. During an episode of Iron Chef America, Canadian chef Chuck Hughes beat popular Iron Chef Bobby Flay when he made a lobster poutine.

Answer: Falafel

The falafel is often a combination of fava beans and chickpeas that are ground together with flour as a binding agent and mixed with various spices including cumin and coriander. Some falafels are flattened into patties while others are formed into balls (similar in size to a meatball). Once formed, they are deep fried and often stuffed into pita bread and served with tahini.

Answer: Pad Thai

Pad Thai is a stir fry dish that some believe was introduced to Thailand by Chinese traders while others say it was introduced by the Vietnamese. Regardless of who introduced the dish, it is now a popular street food throughout the nation. It is prepared with many ingredients, but commonly consists of rice noodles, eggs, and shrimp.

Other proteins may include crab or chicken. Some versions radishes, bean sprouts, and turnips as a vegetarian option.

Answer: Souvlaki

Souvlaki is a popular street food or fast food that has become a staple dish in Greece. Various meats including pork, chicken, lamb or beef are placed on a skewer sometimes with vegetables, marinated and then grilled. They are typically served with a grilled pita bread and sometimes even placed inside of a pita wrap with a side sauce and garnish. Yum!

Answer: Paella

Paella is traditionally prepared over an open fire using a large pan. There are many varieties of paella including Valencian paella, seafood paella, and mixed paellas consisting of both chicken and seafood. Common spices used in the dish include paprika and saffron which gives the dish a distinct vibrant color. Once finished, there is often a layer of toasted rice at the bottom of the pan called "socarrat" and is eaten as a delicacy.

Answer: Crepe

The crepe is a type of pancake made using eggs, flour, and milk. Batter is poured onto a hot plate or frying pan and then spread evenly by tilting the pan or using a spatula. Crepes are often served with fruit or creme fillings for breakfast, but savory ones are served for lunch or dinner. Savory fillings may include eggs, cheese, ham, or other meat products.

Answer: Mole

Moles are sauces that are believed to have originated in the Mexican states of Puebla, Oaxaca, and Tlaxcala. Most mole sauces consist of at least twenty ingredients including chili peppers, various spices, and chocolate. Some sources state that there have been moles consisting of over 100 ingredients. One popular mole is the "mole poblano" which is served with a variety of meats including turkey, chicken, or pork. Mole sauces have become very popular in modern times and are jarred and sold commercially.

Answer: Borscht

Borscht is popular in many Eastern European locations including the Ukraine, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, and Russia. It is typically made with beets in a beef stock. Many vegetables are often included in the soup such as cabbage, carrots, and onions. When served, it is usually topped with sour cream or a hard boiled egg.