Dimensions
212 x 265 x 10mm
The popularity of Indian food is ever increasing but many people still see it as something that is prepared as an occasional treat. In this book, Meena Pathak shows how she cooks at home, dispelling the myth that Indian food is all about rich curries and complicated spices.
With chapters on Quick Fixes, Everyday Family Meals, Easy Entertaining, Home Comforts and Special Occasions, Meena shows that good, healthy Indian food can be served whatever the occasion. There are delicious recipes for snacks and quick bites, from spicy French toast to the Bombay mixed vegetable sandwich, as well as recipes for more elaborate dishes, including scallops with Goan spices and smoked lamb with saffron.
There are also useful tips on storing and preparing spices, time-saving ideas and basic recipes. Throughout the book, Meena gives practical tips as well as personal anecdotes and memories connected with the recipes.
With over 100 recipes, Meena has shown that by using readily-available ingredients and spices, a whole range of dishes can be created, from the authentic dishes of her childhood to innovative creations for brunches and light snacks. A must for anyone who enjoys cooking with Indian spices to create delicious, quick and easy recipes for everyday eating.
