National Dishes of Origin We Got All Wrong

The video explores the surprising origins of various national dishes, revealing that many foods we associate with specific countries actually have roots elsewhere. From tempura's Portuguese beginnings to sauerkraut's Mongolian influence, the video uncovers the global journey of these dishes. It also highlights the American adaptation of spaghetti and meatballs, the ancient roots of cheesecake, and the Japanese origin of fortune cookies. The narrative challenges common misconceptions and provides a historical perspective on how these foods became part of different cultures.

Which country introduced tempura to Japan?

• France

• Italy

• Portugal

• China

Where was the first red sauced pasta recipe written?

• Germany

• Italy

• Spain

• France

Who is credited with introducing croissants to France?

• Italian Restaurateur Caesar Cardini

• British Explorer David Shots

• French Chef Honoré Julienne

• Austrian Baker August Zhang

Where was Caesar salad invented?

• Mexico

• France

• United States

• Italy

Which country is believed to have first eaten frog legs?

• England

• France

• Italy

• Netherlands

What is the origin of the modern fortune cookie?

• United States

• Japan

• Korea

• China

Where did the addition of meatballs to spaghetti originate?

• France

• United States

• Spain

• Italy

Which country brought apple pie to North America?

• Italy

• Germany

• France

• England

What is the likely origin of French fries?

• France

• Belgium

• United States

• Italy

Who is credited with popularizing French fries in America?

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin