SFAH reading First Half 5/2
SFAH reading Second Half 5/2
SFAH Extras
100

This person in Samin's life influenced the author appreciation for acid. 

Who is Maman or Mom

100

Malt vinegar is traditionally served with this English dish, illustrating the regional and cultural significance of acidic accompaniments in dishes.


What are Fish and Chips

100

Oil, egg yolk, and vinegar/lemon juice are 

the three main ingredients in what condiment?

What is Mayonnaise

200

The author first celebrated this holiday in college. 

What is Thanksgiving

200

This citrus fruit is commonly used in tabbouleh and hummus. 

What is Lemon

200

Name two main cheeses we used for grilled cheese.

What are Pepper Jack and Sharp Cheddar

Alternatively:  Gruyere or Brie

300

This ingredient transformed the author's carrot soup.

What is vinegar

300

Name one example of pickled/fermented foods mentioned in the text.

What are: 

Indian achar, Korean kimchee, German sauerkraut, American chow-chow.

300

In what restaurant did Samin learn how to cook?

What is Chez Panisse

400

Raw fruits and vegetables are susceptible to this chemical process, an enzymatic browning that results from exposure to oxygen. 

What is oxidation

400

What food product should be avoided when using citrus in cooking?

Bottled Citrus Juice

400

Samin makes this type of bread in the Fat episode of SFAH? 

What is Focaccia

500

Similar to salt, acid complements and enhances flavors in dishes, providing a crucial balance by contrasting with sweetness, saltiness, bitterness, and this other quality.

What is starchiness

500

The chemical reaction involved in browning sugars is called caramelization, while this chemical reaction named after the French scientist who discovered it is involved in browning meats 

What is the Maillard reaction

500

In the Fat episode, parmesan cheese comes from these types of cows. 

What are Red cows