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Indian Foods #1

Based on the descriptions, can you name these foods and drinks from the Indian subcontinent?
Due to the regional diversity and rich history of South Asian (Desi) cuisine, this quiz series is not a fully representative list
The answers generally originate from the Indian subcontinent (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal etc.)
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Oven-baked flatbread typically enjoyed with curries
Naan
Staple lentil stew
Dal
Chicken curry whose name refers to the creaminess of its sauce
Butter chicken
Deep-fried, typically triangular pastries with various savoury fillings
Samosas
Spiced milk tea; literally translates from Hindi to 'tea'
Chai tea
Term for a mix of ground spices
Masala
Round wheat flour flatbread eaten with curries, vegetable dishes, or as a wrap
Roti
Cylindrical clay oven which is used to cook several dishes, such as no. 1
Tandoor
Yoghurt-based drink of Punjab origin
Lassi
Thin and crispy savoury crepe
Dosa
India is the top exporter of this fragrant, long-grain white rice
Basmati
Dish comprising layers of rice and meat cooked in spices
Biryani
Thin, crunchy circular appetisers. Often complemented with toppings and dips
Papadams
Spiced, vinegared fruit or vegetable dip; example of a dip eaten with the above
Chutney
Frozen milk dessert similar to ice cream
Kulfi
Fragrant spice native to India which comes in green seed pods
Cardamom
Soft, non-melting cheese used in vegetarian curries and other dishes
Paneer
Boneless chicken skewers which are marinated in a spiced yoghurt sauce
Chicken tikka
Hollow, deep fried shells served with a vegetable filling and spiced water
Panipuri
Sweet snack of crispy, fried swirls coated in a sugar syrup
Jalebi
Yellow-orange spice responsible for the staining effect of curries
Turmeric
Goan curry renowned for its spiciness
Vindaloo
General term for a vegetable and/or meat fritter
Bhaji/pakora
Clarified butter
Ghee
Fizzy citrus drink flavoured with spices; translates from Hindi to 'cumin water'
Jal-jeera
Meaning of the word 'aloo', a feature in the names of many Indian dishes
Potato
Dessert of fried milk dough balls steeped in a rose and saffron syrup
Gulab jamun
Tamil vegetable stew cooked in a tamarind broth
Sambar
Sweet South Asian rice pudding often served with dried fruits and/or nuts
Kheer
Tibetan/Nepali steamed dumplings that are typically served with achar (a pickle sauce)
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5 Comments
H1905
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Level 47
Jun 29, 2024
Yummy
Bubblecat
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Level 78
Jun 29, 2024
This quiz made me hungry :D
FurSeal
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Level 78
Dec 19, 2025
Yes! I love Indian food.
FurQ
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Level 69
Nov 23, 2025
Enjoyed it.

Some notes. Dal refers to any dried legume. It’s not a soup.

Chai means tea. Not all tea is masala tea.

Pulao is a common meat/rice dish. And there are loads of other, particularly in the NE.

FurQ
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Level 69
Nov 23, 2025
Oh yeah, gulab jamun is not dough, it’s milk solids.
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