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