Indian Food

Is rice pulao uncommonin the north?

no

What are some wheat based foods Northern Indians like?

roti (pita bread), Samosa (wheat with vegetables inside), veg puffs, naan (with bleached wheat).

What temple is the shape of a pyramid?

South Indian Temple

Regions where it is extremely hot causes sweat, what do Indians use to make up for the salt they lose?

Spicy food

What is Vada?

Spicy, flat, round, crispies with batter fried in oil.

What is the order of food on the banana leaf?

Sweet, vegetable curry, rice.

What is Western food known for?

Sweetness in their dishes

What is India famous for around the world?

Tea Industry, native coffees

What is Paratha?

Vegetables stuffed in Roti and spiced

What kind of food are celebrations marked with?

Vegetarian

What do West Indians prefer?

Wheat, vegetables.

What is shudra?

Working class

Are meals mostly vegetarian?

Yes

Is curry spicy?

Yes

Is fish eaten a lot?

Yes

Do Brahamana fast?

Yes once or twice a week.

Does the shape of the leaf matter?

Yes--unless its casual.

What is milk considered?

auspicious

What is the official language of India?

Hindi

What is Tamasic food?

Meat and alcohol. Heavy, promotes dullness and inertia, produces negative feelings. Low class diet.

What isn't allowed for Brahamana?

Meat, eggs, , onion, garlic, mushrooms, stimulants, alcohol.

What is not allowed to Jains?

Meat, overindulgence, violence, plants that grow underground.

What is Diwali?

The Festival of Lights, celebration of the victory of good over evil.

What is dance?

A story

What is Obbattu?

A sweet flat bread made of refined flour and stuffed with a mix of jaggery, coconut, cardamom, and cooked tur dhal.

When are people allowed to disperse?

After everyone is done eating

What four classes are there in Hindu society?

Brahamana, Kshatriya, Vaishya, Shudra.

What do Northern Indians prefer?

Bread

How do people eat?

By hand, always right hand.

Popular flavors?

Chili pepper

What is prepared on Krishna Jayanti (Krishna's birthday)?

food and weets prepared predominantly with milk because that was said to be her favorite.

How big is India?

1/3 the size of US

What pots are common in villages?

Mud pots

What countries influence Eastern India?

Tibet, Nepal, Bhutan, Burma, and China.

What dish is an example of Europe's impact during colonization?

Chicken Tikka Masala

What are popular dishes in Southern India based on?

Chicken with rice

What are portion sizes like?

Guests are encouraged to eat as much as they --second servings are a must.

What is one other thing some Sikhs avoid?

Outside food-only homecooked.

What is Kerala famous for?

Coconut, banana, and jackfruit chips. Tourist country.

What do I need to know for test?

Cow, Food for Hindus, food based on caste system,

What is Vaishya?

Cultivators (merchant class)

When are bonfires lit?

Day before Holi

What is had in Southern India for breakfast?

Dosa, Idly, and Vada

What heritage does the Southern food come from?

Dravidian heritage

What is Holi?

Festival of colors, celebrated at the end of the winter season (on the last full moon day of the lunar month Phalguna--February)

What shape for the floor art is thought to bring good luck?

Flowers.

What do vegan Sikhs avoid?

Food cooked or served by the same utensils or dishes as meat

What is Sattvic food?

Fruits, vegetables, grains. Promote orderliness, isn't irritating and has purifying effect on mind, for spiritual development. High Class diet.

When should the leaf be closed front to back?

Funeral service meals

What four things have an effect on Indian food?

Geographical region, Religions, Caste System, and Festivals

Who is first offered the food for Hindis

God

What does one not say when leaving?

Goodbye

When fasting what do Jains eat?

Grains

How long do Indian weddings last?

2-7 days

How many states in India?

28

How many union territories?

7

What is Seviyan?

A muslim dish of sweet vermicelli cooked in milk that's served during Eid.

What are some popular seeds used in Eastern food?

Aniseed, mustard, fenugreek, cumin, and black cumin

How are cows treated?

As family

What is a traditional Indian meal served on?

Banana leaf

What shape is the North Indian Temple?

Beehive shape

What is eaten after lunch?

Beetel leaves with Chunna and Areca nuts & shredded coconut

What is Chunna?

Edible calcium

How do Brahamana fast?

Either by having nothing or by only having water and juice.

Who is served first?

Eldest

When do Jains fast?

Every fortnight, and every few days after lunar season.

T/F Indian food is very mild smelling

False

What is Mehandi?

Henna

Behind English, what is the most popular language?

Hindi

What are the two most popular Indian religions?

Hindu and Muslim

How is love and affection shown during celebration?

Huge amount of sweets that everyone makes.

Why do people remove slippers before entering house?

It's dusty

How populated is India?

It's the second most populated behind China.

What do traditional Hindus say after a meal?

Krishnarpanam

What is the famous bread in the north?

Naan

What region has the most variety in vegetarian food?

Northern India

What is the Indian version of saying grace

Om Ganesha

How are meals eaten?

On an arab style large platter called a thaali.

What is Rajasic food?

Onions, garlic, salt, spices, seafood. To excite intellect and passion, thought to interfere with meditation, strong emotional qualities. Middle class diet.

What are some traditional Southern foods?

Pongal, Lemon Rice, Chitranna, and Obbattu

Who brought the potato?

Portuguese

What do South Indians prefer?

Rice

What is Idly?

Rice flour batter cooked by steam

What is Dosa?

Rice flour batter cooked on pan

What is Chitranna?

Rice seasoned with mango or lime

What is the Western diet based on?

Roti

Why do Hindus not eat beef?

Sacred animal

What does closing the leaf back to front indicate?

Satisfaction

What are Sarees mostly made of?

Silk or Chiffon

What should be left on the plate if you are full?

Small amount of rice or food

What do guests of honor get as far as their banana leaf goes?

The perfect shape, tapers to one side and a straight blunt cut on the other.

What is Brahamana?

The priestly class, prestigious with many advantages.

What is Kshatriya?

The warrior class (political power)

What does the origin from the Aryan tribe of the Northern Indians mean?

They have influence from Afghanistan, Iran, and the Middle East.

What is Henna for?

To lower the stress of bride and groom