Belacan - Fermented Shrimp Paste
  • 1. What is belacan?
A) Spicy chili sauce
B) Fermented shrimp paste
C) Sweet soy sauce
D) Pickled vegetables
  • 2. Which country is belacan traditionally used in cooking?
A) Malaysia
B) Brazil
C) Italy
D) Japan
  • 3. What role does belacan play in Malaysian cuisine?
A) Adds bitterness to dishes
B) Adds sourness to dishes
C) Adds sweetness to dishes
D) Adds umami flavor to dishes
  • 4. What does belacan contribute to dishes?
A) Intense savory and pungent flavor
B) Bitterness and spiciness
C) Sweetness and tanginess
D) Creaminess and richness
  • 5. Belacan is commonly used in which type of Malaysian dish?
A) Nasi Lemak
B) Laksa
C) Roti Canai
D) Sambal
  • 6. Which dish commonly features belacan as a key ingredient?
A) Sambal Belacan
B) Chicken Satay
C) Pineapple Fried Rice
D) Beef Rendang
  • 7. Belacan is most commonly used for adding what flavor to dishes?
A) Bitterness
B) Sourness
C) Umami
D) Sweetness
  • 8. How can the intense aroma of belacan be toned down in a dish?
A) Adding more belacan for extra flavor
B) Skipping other spices in the dish
C) Serving it raw on the side
D) Cooking it with other ingredients over low heat
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