Spices
Herbs
Spices vs. Herbs
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
100
What is the name of this spice?
Ginger
100
What is the name of this herb?
Cilantro
100
These are obtained from the leaves of herbaceous (non-woody) plants.
Herbs
100
What are the two basic seasonings?
Salt and pepper
100
What common household table item is made with flavoring agents and a liquid base like mustard, mayo, or relish?
Condiments
200
What is the name of this spice?
Cinnamon
200
What herb is known as Coriander in the UK?
Cilantro
200
These are obtained from roots, flowers, fruits, seeds or bark.
Spices
200
Why should spices be added early into the cooking process?
To allow their flavors to carry throughout the food
200
From what country does vanilla originte?
Mexico
300
What is the name of this spice, made from ground bell peppers
Paprika
300
At the end of the cooking time, is it best to add fresh or dried herbs to soups or sauces?
Fresh
300
Do spices or herbs have medicinal properties?
Herbs
300
Flavorings should do what to the base ingredients of a dish?
Enhance the taste
300
What common cooking liquid translates to "sour wine"
Vinegar
400
What is the name of this spice
Saffron
400
This herb is found in many Italian dishes. In addition, it is used in making pesto.
Basil
400
Do spices or herbs have a more intense flavor?
Spices
400
Crystals formed by different geological processes. The most common one is salt.
Minerals
400
What kind of oil is very sensitive to direct sun exposure and should be kept in its original tinted container?
Olive oil
500
What is the name of this spice (hint: it is known to improve your health, and gives curry its bright yellow color)
Turmeric
500
This herb comes in a flat leaf and curly leaf variety
Parsley
500
Is garlic an herb or a spice?
Spice
500
Artificial or natural substances added to foods to enhance flavor
Flavoring agents
500
Does olive oil have a high or low smoke point?
High