Immigration and Foodways

What helped the narrator realize the connection between their home ingredients and Peruvian culture?

• Visiting a Japanese restaurant in the U.S.

• A trip to Peru

• Studying Japanese cuisine in school

• Talking to a Peruvian chef

What is Nikkei cuisine mainly described as in the video?

• A fusion of Japanese and Peruvian fast food

• Japanese food with spicy Peruvian sauces only

• Japanese culture using Peruvian ingredients

• Peruvian food made with Japanese spices

What is aji in the context of the dishes?

• A type of potato

• A Peruvian cheese

• A Japanese rice vinegar

• A spicy chili pepper from Peru

What ingredient is used to coat the chicken in the chicken nanban dish before frying?

• White rice and cornmeal

• Red and white quinoa

• Sweet potato flakes

• Ground peanuts

Why is salsa criolla added to the chicken nanban?

• To make the dish look colorful

• To make it spicy

• To cleanse the palate

• To balance the saltiness

What two types of corn are mentioned in the ceviche Nikkei?

• Cancha and choclo

• Choclo and quinoa

• Cancha and maize

• Maize and sweetcorn

How does the Nikkei nigiri differ from a traditional nigiri?

• It uses only raw fish with rice.

• It is dipped in soy sauce before serving.

• It has stronger toppings like gooseberry and beet purée.

• It is always served cold.

What comparison does the narrator make to explain how food traditions evolve in new places?

• Kimchi in America

• Sushi in Brazil

• Bagels made by New York Jews

• Empanadas in Spain