Caribbean Food Culture Quiz

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Which Caribbean island is credited with popularizing the use of jerk seasoning in its cuisine?

  • Barbados
  • Trinidad and Tobago
  • Jamaica (correct)
  • The Bahamas

Which cooking methods are commonly employed in Caribbean cuisine?

  • Grilling, stewing, braising, steaming (correct)
  • Roasting, broiling, poaching, simmering
  • Frying boiling sauteing, baking
  • Mircowaving, deep frying, pressure cooking and blanching

Is jerk a marinade or method of cooking?

  • A marinade
  • A method of cooking
  • Or both (correct)
  • None of the above

What is the name of the popular Caribbean flatbread that is often served with stews or soups?

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What vegetable given to Columbus when he first arrived in Caribbean was known as the 'staff of life'

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What are some of the staples of caribbean cooking

<p>Rice, beans, plantains (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What influences have shaped Caribbean culinary traditions?

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Jerk Seasoning Origin

Jamaica is credited with popularizing jerk seasoning in its cuisine.

Caribbean Cooking Methods

Common cooking methods include grilling, stewing, braising, and steaming.

Jerk: Marinade or Method?

Jerk can refer to both a marinade and a method of cooking.

What is Bammy?

Bammy is a popular Caribbean flatbread often served with stews or soups.

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Columbus's 'Staff of Life'

Cassava was known as the 'staff of life' given to Columbus.

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Caribbean Staples

Rice, beans, and plantains form the foundation of many Caribbean dishes.

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Influences on Caribbean Cuisine

Caribbean cuisine is shaped by European, African, Indigenous, and Asian cultures.

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Study Notes

Caribbean Cuisine

  • Jamaica is credited with popularizing the use of jerk seasoning in its cuisine.
  • Callaloo is a popular Caribbean dish made with seafood, okra, and a variety of spices.

Traditional Caribbean Fruits

  • Guinep is a traditional Caribbean fruit.

Caribbean Breads

  • Fried bake is a popular Caribbean flatbread that is often served with stews or soups.

Rum Production

  • Barbados is a Caribbean island famous for its rum production.

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