Sauces
In 1991, which famous Mexican condiment officially surpassed tomato ketchup in U.S. dollar sales?
Salsa.
What specific breed of dog famously served as the Taco Bell mascot in the 1990s, saying "¡Yo quiero Taco Bell!"?
Chihuahua.
What popular Roman pasta sauce is made from garlic, tomatoes, and dried red chili peppers cooked in olive oil, whose name literally translates to "angry"?
Arrabbiata.
A roux
What is the specific name of the traditional Japanese confection made of sweet rice dough wrapped around a core of ice cream?
Mochi Ice Cream.
Which famous American hot sauce takes its name from a Mexican state and is aged in oak barrels for up to three years?
Tabasco.
Which McDonald's sandwich was originally invented in 1962 by a franchisee in Cincinnati to cater to Catholics who abstained from eating meat on Fridays?
The Filet-O-Fish.
Which square-shaped, stuffed pasta translates to "little turnips," though it rarely contains them?
Ravioli.
A Croque Madame has a fried or poached egg placed on top of the sandwich.
What is the name of the notoriously toxic blowfish that requires Japanese chefs to hold a special license to prepare and serve safely? Hint: Homer Simpson mistakenly eats this in the episode: One Fish, Two Fish, Blowfish, Blue Fish.
Fugu.
Which ancient civilization is credited with being the first to combine tomatoes and chilies to create early versions of salsa?
The Aztecs.
Originally a single burger joint in California, which chain famously brought the drive-thru concept to the mainstream in the 1940s?
In-N-Out Burger.
What simple, classic Italian tomato sauce—frequently served over spaghetti—was originally created by Italian sailors' wives because it resisted spoiling on long sea voyages?
Marinara.
Rooster (or chicken) with wine.
What type of Japanese green tea is made by stone-grinding high-quality, shade-grown tea leaves into a vibrant green powder?
Matchcha.
Which thick and earthy sauce gets its rich flavor and green color from ground pumpkin seeds (pepitas) and poblano or serrano peppers?
Pipián.
Which famous fried chicken chain opened the very first fast-food restaurant in China in 1987?
KFC.
In Argentina, a popular green herb sauce used for grilled meats is often called the "Argentine pesto." What is its actual name?
Chimichurri.
Crêpes.
According to traditional sushi etiquette, what sharp, green paste should you avoid mixing directly into your bowl of soy sauce, as doing so dilutes its flavor and aroma?
Wasabi.
The traditional finely diced vegetable base used to start a Bolognese sauce is known by what French term?
Soffritto (made of onions, celery, and carrots)
Featuring items like the Dino Triple and Brontodoble, what was the name of this Mexican dinosaur-themed burger chain that dominated the 1970s?
Burger Boy.
Outside of a few tourist spots, which popular Italian-American dish—featuring flat noodles tossed with butter and parmesan—cannot actually be found on traditional Italian menus?
Fettuccine Alfredo.
A French delicacy famously served in a rich sauce of garlic, butter, and herbs. What is the literal translation of the French word "escargot" in English?
Snail.
In westernized sushi, what is the name of the popular inside-out roll (uramaki) that typically features crab meat (or imitation crab), avocado, and cucumber?
California Roll.