Some Like It Hot!

1. Which ingredient, known for its unique flavour profile, is often used in a specific regional cuisine that emphasises both heat and a tingling sensation?

Black pepperChili oilSzechuan peppercornPaprika

2. In which country would you find a dish that combines marinated meat with a distinct blend of spices, often resulting in a fiery flavour?

United KingdomIndiaIsraelUnited States

3. What scale is utilised to quantify the heat levels of various types of peppers, often referenced in culinary discussions?

The sweetness indexThe Scoville scaleThe acidity chartThe bitterness scale

4. Which type of chilli has gained notoriety for its extreme heat and is often featured in spicy food challenges?

JalapeñoHabaneroGhost pepperBell pepper

5. What condiment, made from ground chillies and commonly used in Southeast Asian cuisine, can vary significantly in heat and flavour?

SalsaSambalPestoAioli

6. Which chilli pepper, known for its extreme heat and currently recognised as the hottest pepper in the world, measures over 2.6 million Scoville Heat Units?

Carolina ReaperGhost PepperPepper XTrinidad Moruga Scorpion

7. In the context of Latin American cuisine, which variety of chilli is frequently utilised in fresh preparations and is known for its distinctive taste?

JalapenosSerranoChipotleAll of the above

8. What type of food component is often suggested to mitigate the effects of spiciness in dishes?

Citrus juiceSweetenersDairy productsAcids like vinegar

9. Which Southeast Asian dish is characterised by a combination of hot and sour flavours and typically features seafood as a primary ingredient?

Miso soupPhoTom YumRamen

10. What traditional Korean dish involves fermented vegetables and is known for its complex flavours and health benefits?

KimchiGochujangBibimbapJapchae

11. Which item, often used in cooking but classified botanically as a fruit, can add significant heat when included in dishes?

TomatoBell pepperChilli pepperAvocado

12. What cooking method is typically employed for poultry pieces that are then coated in a spicy sauce for serving as a popular appetiser?

GrilledFriedBakedSteamed

13. Which blend of spices is commonly associated with bold flavours and heat, particularly in dishes from the southern United States?

Garam masalaOld Bay seasoningCajun seasoningItalian seasoning

14. Which hot sauce brand was famously used in the original Buffalo wings recipe created at the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, New York?

TabascoFrank's RedHotCrystal Hot SauceCholula

15. Which popular snack item is frequently served with various spicy dipping sauces at fast-food establishments around the world?

Chicken nuggetsPizzaCheeseburgersMilkshakes