Japanese Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "fluffy" mean when describing food?

• Hard and crunchy

• Light and soft, like a cloud

• Very spicy

• Sweet and sticky

What is "batter" in cooking?

• A thick sauce made of beans

• A liquid mixture of flour, water, and sometimes eggs, used to coat food before frying

• A type of rice

• A seasoning added to soups

What does it mean if something goes "viral"?

• It becomes very popular very quickly, especially online

• It is a traditional food from Japan

• It is only eaten during special holidays

• It is a very sour dish

What does "melt" mean when talking about food?

• To become firm and hard

• To change from solid to liquid due to heat

• To mix two flavors together

• To be frozen for a long time

Which of these words describes a flavor that is not sweet, but rather salty or rich?

• Savoury

• Sweet

• Sour

• Bitter

What does "minced" mean when referring to meat or other ingredients?

• To fry the food until crispy

• To cut into small, tiny pieces

• To cook slowly in a sauce

• To season the food with herbs and spices

"Pickled" foods are typically...

• Boiled in water

• Preserved in vinegar or salt

• Baked in the oven

• Served cold with sugar

What is "curry" in Japanese cuisine?

• A type of soup made with fish

• A sweet dessert made from rice

• A spicy, thick sauce often served with rice

• A cold noodle dish

What is "red bean paste" used for in Japanese sweets?

• A salty filling for rice balls

• A smooth, sweet filling for pastries and desserts

• A sauce for noodles

• A type of soup base

Which of the following describes a "bright" place?

• A quiet place with dim lighting

• A place with a lot of sunshine or artificial lights

• A place with a lot of tall buildings

• A place with many narrow streets