by Iona Hackney
Spain’s culinary landscape is as diverse as its landscapes, offering a tantalizing array of dishes that reflect its rich cultural history. From the bustling tapas bars of Madrid to the seafood-rich coasts of Galicia, Spanish cuisine is a feast for the senses. Get ready to test your knowledge and discover the delicious world of Spanish food. Good luck, and buen provecho!
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Spanish Food Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is the main ingredient in the Spanish dish ‘Paella’?
Rice
Pasta
Bread
Potato
2. Which Spanish cheese is made from sheep’s milk and aged for at least 60 days?
Manchego
Idiazabal
Cabrales
Mahón
3. What is the name of the cold tomato-based soup that originates from Andalusia?
Gazpacho
Salmorejo
Ajo Blanco
Caldo Gallego
4. Which Spanish region is famous for its ‘pintxos’ (small snacks or appetizers)?
Basque Country
Catalonia
Andalusia
Galicia
5. What is ‘chorizo’?
A spicy pork sausage
A type of cheese
A seafood dish
A vegetable stew
6. Which Spanish dessert is made from fried dough and often paired with hot chocolate?
Churros
Tarta de Santiago
Flan
Crema Catalana
7. What is the main ingredient in ‘tortilla española’?
Potato
Tomato
Eggplant
Zucchini
8. Which seafood is a key ingredient in ‘pulpo a la gallega’?
Octopus
Squid
Shrimp
Crab
9. What is ‘jamón ibérico’?
Iberian ham
Spanish cheese
Garlic sausage
Marinated olives
10. Which Spanish drink is made from red wine and chopped fruit?
Sangria
Tinto de Verano
Cava
Horchata
11. What is ‘patatas bravas’?
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce
Grilled vegetables
Stuffed peppers
Cheese platter
12. Which Spanish dish is traditionally cooked in a ‘paellera’?
Paella
Gazpacho
Tortilla
Fabada
13. What is ‘fabada asturiana’?
Bean stew
Seafood paella
Garlic shrimp
Roast lamb
14. Which ingredient is essential in ‘pan con tomate’?
Tomato
Onion
Pepper
Garlic
15. What is ‘crema catalana’ similar to?
Crème brûlée
Panna cotta
Tiramisu
Flan
16. Which Spanish city is known for its ‘pintxos’ culture?
San Sebastián
Barcelona
Madrid
Seville
17. What is ‘calamares a la romana’?
Fried squid rings
Grilled octopus
Stuffed mussels
Baked clams
18. Which Spanish dish features a mixture of seafood, chicken, and rabbit?
Paella Valenciana
Fabada
Gazpacho
Tortilla
19. What is ‘turrón’ typically eaten during?
Christmas
Easter
New Year
Summer
20. Which Spanish region is known for producing ‘sherry’?
Andalusia
Catalonia
Galicia
Basque Country
21. What is ’empanada’?
A stuffed pastry
A type of soup
A grilled meat dish
A fried fish
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