Practical Encyclopedia of Indian Cooking - Softcover

Shezad Husain; Raft Fernandez

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1840385472 ISBN 13: 9781840385472

Publisher: Southwater, 2017

Synopsis

Over 170 exciting recipes from all over India, showcasing the best regional dishes and making them accessible to every cook A combination of classic Indian cooking, original healthy dishes, and recipes in the hot new Balti style [recipe egs would be good here...] Over 920 tempting photographs, with glorious pictures of each finished dish and step-by-steps showing techniques and every stage of preparation All the authentic recipes are specially tested in the Western kitchen, with a comprehensive introduction explaining and describing all the ingredients, techniques and equipment you will need At-a-glance cook's tips and hints and clear guidance make every step simple so results are guaranteed every time The vast and mysterious sub-continent of India has a range of cuisines as diverse as its cultures. Every part of this massive country has evolved its own unique culinary methods and styles, presenting a fascinating repertoire of ideas, techniques and recipes for the cook to explore. This book is a combination of traditional dishes; recipes adapted to cater for modern trends in healthy eating; and food prepared in the exciting Balti stove-top style. Among the classics you will find the famous recipes much-loved by all, including Samosas, Bhajias, Naan, Chapati, Kashmiri-style Lamb, Spicy Kebabs, Bombay Duck, Tandoori Chicken, Korma, Dhal and Bombay Potato. Every area of the Indian meal is covered, from rices, breads, appetizers and vegetable dishes, to main courses with meat, poultry and fish, and a whole range of salads, yogurt accompaniments, drinks and exotic desserts. The volume also offers something for those interested in healthy living, by including low-fat interpretations of the classic dishes. Each of these specially highlighted recipes features at-a-glance nutritional information. In addition, the book presents new ideas and original dishes prepared in the popular Balti style. These include Balti Chicken, Balti Lamb Tikka, Balti Spicy Potatoes and Balti Stuffed Baby Vegetables. The recipes are all shown in step-by-step detail, with glorious pictures of every finished dish. There are over 920 photographs altogether, showing techniques, ingredients and every stage of preparation. All the recipes are specially tested, with a comprehensive introduction explaining the ingredients, techniques and equipment you will need. Combined with at-a-glance cook's tips and hints and clear guidance from the expert authors, results are guaranteed every time.

About this title

About the Author

Shehzad Husain is consultant to Marks and Spencer plc on their range of Indian foods. She is also the author of several books on Indian cooking and has contributed to popular magazines including Taste and Family Circle. Shehzad's other published titles include Vegetarian Indian Cookery (Hamlyn) and Healthy Indian Cooking (Frances Lincoln Publishers). Rafi Fernandez was an accomplished cook and prolific author of books covering recipes from India.

Edition details

• Publisher: Southwater
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1840385472
• ISBN 13: 9781840385472
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 256