The Spanish, Middle Eastern & African cookbook: Over 330 Dishes, Shown Step by Step in 1400 Photographs, Classic and Regional Specialities Include ... Dishes, Tangy Fish Curries and Exotic Sweets - Softcover

Pepita Aris; Jenni Fleetwood; Josephine Bacon

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1844779564 ISBN 13: 9781844779567

Publisher: Hermes House, 2014

Synopsis

Explore the fascinating flavours of Spanish, Middle Eastern and African cuisine, and discover over 300 traditional and regional specialities An authoritative introduction covers the traditions and ingredients of the regions, together with practical guidance on choosing, preparing and using the distinctive spices and ingredients Features enticing dishes for all palates and every occasion from fabulous tapas and mezze starters, spicy, sizzling meat stews and hot, tangy fish curries to a dazzling array of paellas, rice, vegetables and salads, and exotic sweetmeats and desserts Recipes include classic appetizers such as Salt Cod Fritters with Alioli, Fattoush and Borek, hearty flavoursome main courses like Cocido and Persian Lamb with Split Peas, and delicate sweets and pastries such as Crema Catalana and Baklava Over 1200 stunning colour photographs, easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, informative cook's tips, and a nutritional breakdown for every recipe This title features over 330 dishes, shown step by step in 1400 photographs, classic and regional specialities include tapas and mezzes, spicy meat dishes, tangy fish curries and exotic sweets. You can explore the fascinating tastes and traditions of Spanish, Middle Eastern and African cuisine. It is an authoritative introduction covers the traditions and ingredients of the regions, with practical guidance on preparing and using the distinctive spices and ingredients. It features enticing dishes from fabulous tapas and mezze, sizzling meat stews and hot, tangy fish curries to tantalizing sweet treats and desserts. This vibrant book brings together the authentic cooking styles of Spain, Africa and the Middle East in a collection of more than 300 recipes. All the archetypal dishes are featured, including the much-loved and appetizing Middle-Eastern mezze dishes such as Falafel and Houmus, slow-cooked Moroccan tagines and vibrant Spanish paellas, but also the less well-known exotic dishes such as Joloff Chicken and Rice, from west Africa, and Tanzanian Fish Curry. Containing 1400 photographs, these easy-to-follow recipes, with step-by-step instructions and professional tips, make a superb resource of ideas, and a perfect instructional guide.

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About the Author

Pepita Aris is an authority on Spanish food and cooking, and has written many books on the subject. Pepita has had a house in Andalucia, Spain for over thirty years and writes for a number of newspapers and magazines, including the American Bon Appetit! She is the founder editor of Taste magazine, has substantially contributed to the British Larousse Gastromomique, and has appeared on both radio and television to promote Spanish food and give cookery demonstations. Pepita's published works include: Recipes From A Spanish Village (Conran Octopus); Sauce Book (McGraw Hill); Master Chefs of Europe (Van Nostrand Reinhold); Olives (Lorenz Books); Spain - A Passport Guide (Contemporary Books)and AAA Essential Guide to Spanish Food & Drink (AAA Road Atlas Publishing). Josephine Bacon is a cookery author, translator and food historian. Involved in many publishing projects over the years, her most recent book is Exotic Fruits and Vegetables A-Z (UPSO, 2004). She has recently worked on international projects, translating titles for a wide variety of European publishers, and she is also a contributor to the Oxford Encyclopedia of American Food. Her particular interest in the food of Africa comes from her long experience in, and love for the food of Northern Africa and the Middle East, where she lived for many years. Jenni Fleetwood lived in Cairo as a child, and her earliest memories are of the family cook, Ibrahim. Ibrahim was one of the very first cooking influences of Jenni's long career in food and cooking, and the magificent food he cooked for the family left Jenni with an abiding love of Middle Eastern food, and an appreciation of the hospitality and warmth of the people who live there. Jenni has edited and written many books on international cuisine and cooking.

Edition details

• Publisher: Hermes House
• Publication date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1844779564
• ISBN 13: 9781844779567
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 512