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Welcome to the Galician cuisine quiz! Galician cuisine is a unique and fascinating culinary tradition that developed in Galicia, an autonomous region located in northwestern Spain. With its access to the Atlantic Ocean, fertile farmland, and rich seafood, Galician cuisine features a variety of fresh ingredients, including seafood, meats, dairy products, vegetables, and fruits, as well as a wide range of grains and spices. From pulpo a la gallega, a traditional octopus dish, to empanada, a savory pastry filled with meat or vegetables, Galician cuisine offers a range of unique and delicious flavors that are sure to delight your taste buds. This quiz will test your knowledge of Galician cuisine, from traditional recipes to modern adaptations. Let's see how much you know about this fascinating and mouth-watering cuisine!
What is the name of the traditional Galician dish made with octopus, paprika, olive oil, and coarse salt?
Pulpo a la gallega
Pulpo a la brasa
Pulpo a la vizcaína
Pulpo a la plancha
Which of the following is a popular Galician dish made with clams cooked in a white wine sauce with garlic and parsley?
Almejas a la marinera
Almejas en salsa verde
Almejas a la gallega
Almejas al ajillo
What is the primary ingredient in the Galician dish called empanada gallega?
Bread dough
Puff pastry
Phyllo dough
Pizza dough
Which traditional Galician beverage is made from fermented grape juice, often served in ceramic bowls called "cuncas"?
Albariño wine
Sidra
Orujo
Ribeiro wine
What is the main ingredient in the Galician dish known as lacón con grelos?
Chicken
Pork shoulder
Beef
Fish
Which of the following is a traditional Galician dish made of slow-cooked beef with potatoes, carrots, and turnip greens?
Caldo gallego
Estofado de ternera
Raxo con patatas
Cocido gallego
What is the name of the Galician dessert made with almonds, sugar, and eggs, often shaped into a tart and dusted with powdered sugar?
Tarta de Santiago
Filloas
Rosquillas de anís
Cañas de crema
Which Galician dish is made with white beans, potatoes, and cabbage, often served as a hearty soup?
Caldo gallego
Fabada asturiana
Cocido madrileño
Potaje de garbanzos
What type of seafood is typically used in the Galician dish called zamburiñas a la gallega?
Clams
Mussels
Oysters
Scallops
Which of the following is a traditional Galician dish made with slow-cooked pork loin marinated in paprika, garlic, and olive oil?
Raxo
Lomo adobado
Lacón con grelos
Chorizo a la sidra
What is the primary ingredient in the Galician dish called filloas?
Flour
Almonds
Honey
Oranges
Which of the following is a traditional Galician dessert made with thin layers of pastry filled with a sweet cream or custard?
Cañas de crema
Tarta de Santiago
Rosquillas de anís
Filloas
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