Tofu Trivia Quiz:
What is the name of the Japanese dish that features cubes of deep-fried tofu?
(a) Agedashi tofu
(b) Goma dofu
(c) Yudofu
(d) Mapo tofu
Which of the following dishes does not typically include tofu?
(a) Pad Thai
(b) Miso soup
(c) Tofu scramble
(d) Bibimbap
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Which country is known for its stinky tofu dishes?
(a) Japan
(b) China
(c) Thailand
(d) Vietnam
What is ma po tofu?
(a) A spicy Chinese tofu dish
(b) A Japanese tofu dessert
(c) A Korean tofu stew
(d) A Thai tofu curry
What micronutrient is tofu a good source of?
(a) Vitamin C
(b) Iron
(c) Vitamin D
(d) Calcium
What is the traditional Japanese name for fried tofu?
(a) Age-tofu
(b) Abura-age
(c) Inari-zushi
(d) Tamagoyaki
What is the easiest way to press tofu?
(a) Wrap it in paper towels and place a weight on top
(b) Squeeze it with your hands
(c) Cook it on high heat for several minutes
(d) Soak it in water overnight
What is the name of the coagulating agent used to make tofu?
(a) Miso
(b) Vinegar
(c) Lemon juice
(d) Gypsum
Which of the following is not a common use for tofu?
(a) Smoothies
(b) Scrambled “eggs”
(c) Burger patties
(d) Salad dressing
What is tofu scramble?
(a) A dish made with scrambled eggs and tofu
(b) A vegan breakfast dish made with crumbled tofu and vegetables
(c) A type of dessert made with tofu and fruit
(d) A savory tofu dish cooked in a wok
What is the main ingredient used to mimic the texture of scrambled eggs in tofu scramble?
(a) Chickpea flour
(b) Nutritional yeast
(c) Cornstarch
(d) Turmeric
What is the process for making tofu?
(a) Boiling and blending soybeans, straining the mixture, coagulating the milk, and pressing the curds into blocks
(b) Fermenting soybeans, pressing the mixture into blocks, and letting it dry in the sun
(c) Roasting soybeans, grinding them into a paste, and shaping the paste into blocks
(d) None of the above
How many calories are in a 100-gram serving of firm tofu?
(a) 50 calories
(b) 100 calories
(c) 150 calories
(d) 200 calories
What type of tofu is commonly used in Japanese miso soup?
(a) Firm tofu
(b) Silken tofu
(c) Extra firm tofu
(d) Smoked tofu
What type of soup is Indonesian tahu telur?
(a) A spicy tofu soup with vegetables and noodles
(b) A tofu and egg soup with peanut sauce
(c) A tofu and vegetable soup with coconut milk
(d) A cold tofu and cucumber soup with vinegar dressing
Which of the following dishes is often made with silken tofu?
(a) Tofu scramble
(b) Ma po tofu
(c) Tofu soup
(d) Fried tofu
Is silken tofu low in calories?
(a) Yes, silken tofu is low in calories
(b) No, silken tofu is high in calories
(c) Silken tofu has the same amount of calories as other types of tofu
(d) Silken tofu does not contain any calories
How long should you press tofu for?
(a) 5-10 minutes
(b) 30 minutes to an hour
(c) Overnight
(d) You don’t need to press tofu
What is the traditional Chinese name for the tofu dish made with minced pork, Sichuan peppercorns, and chili oil?
(a) Mapo tofu
(b) Doufu gan
(c) Tofu hua
(d) Doujiang
What is the name of the Japanese dish that features grilled skewers of tofu and vegetables?
(a) Yakitori
(b) Okonomiyaki
(c) Gyoza
(d) Yaki-dofu
Which of the following is not a type of tofu?
(a) Silken tofu
(b) Firm tofu
(c) Extra-firm tofu
(d) Sweet tofu
What is stinky tofu?
(a) A type of cheese made from fermented milk
(b) A type of tofu that has gone bad
(c) A type of tofu that is intentionally fermented to create a pungent smell
(d) A type of dish made with fermented soybeans
What is the literal translation of the name “ma po tofu”?
(a) Spicy tofu
(b) Tofu in chili sauce
(c) Grandma’s tofu
(d) Pockmarked woman’s tofu
Which of the following is not a common ingredient in tofu scramble?
(a) Bell peppers
(b) Spinach
(c) Mushrooms
(d) Chocolate
How many calories are in a 1/2 cup serving of silken tofu?
(a) 50 calories
(b) 75 calories
(c) 100 calories
(d) 125 calories
What type of tofu is commonly used in soondubu jjigae?
(a) Firm
(b) Silken
(c) Extra firm
(d) Smoked
What is the texture of silken tofu?
(a) Firm and dense
(b) Soft and creamy
(c) Chewy and rubbery
(d) Crumbly and dry
What is tofu also known as in some countries?
(a) Seitan
(b) Tempeh
(c) Bean curd
(d) Kimchi
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What is the main flavoring ingredient in ma po tofu?
(a) Sichuan peppercorns
(b) Black beans
(c) Garlic
(d) Ginger
What is the coagulating agent used to make tofu?
(a) Vinegar
(b) Lemon juice
(c) Calcium sulfate (gypsum)
(d) All of the above
What macronutrient is tofu most known for?
(a) Protein
(b) Fat
(c) Carbohydrates
(d) Fiber
What is the Indonesian name for fried tofu?
(a) Tahu goreng
(b) Mie goreng
(c) Nasi goreng
(d) Rendang
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What is the traditional method of preparing stinky tofu?
(a) Boiling
(b) Frying
(c) Grilling
(d) Baking
Which type of tofu has the fewest calories per serving?
(a) Extra-firm tofu
(b) Firm tofu
(c) Silken tofu
(d) Tofu noodles
Which of the following is true about tofu and protein?
(a) Tofu is a good source of protein for vegetarians and vegans
(b) Tofu is a poor source of protein compared to meat
(c) Tofu does not contain any protein
(d) Both a and b
Why is it important to press tofu?
(a) To remove excess water
(b) To add flavor
(c) To increase the protein content
(d) To make it more tender
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What type of tofu is commonly used for making fried tofu in Chinese cuisine?
(a) Firm tofu
(b) Silken tofu
(c) Extra firm tofu
(d) Smoked tofu
