The Complete Indian Regional Cookbook

THE COMPLETE INDIAN REGIONAL COOKBOOK 300 classic recipes from the great regions of India by Mridula Baljekar Winner of the Best in the World Indian Cookbook at the Gourmand Food Awards 1200 color photographs • A collection of mouthwatering recipes that draw on the very best of Indian food, from the tandoori dishes of the Punjab to the stately cuisine of central India and the coconut-scented fish-based curries of the Arabian coast. • A comprehensive introduction looks at all the ingredients and essential cookery techniques, with basic recipes for spice blends and pastes. • Includes a huge variety of dishes, from an array of vegetarian curries, to sizzling fish, meat and poultry mains This vibrant award-winning cookbook takes you on a regional tour of India, introducing you to classic local recipes and world-renowned dishes. Try a famous Assamese ‘tenga’ – fish, tomatoes, lime and whole spices–or street snacks ranging from Central Indian Parsnip Patties to the melt-in-the-mouth kababs of Hyderabad. Punjabi dishes include Spiced Mustard Greens, a sizzling dish of pungent roots and hot chillies. Mughal influence is evident in the stately poultry and meat dishes, and sweet dishes include Saffron Rice, Sweet Samosas and Kulfi. Evocative images and clear step-by-step recipes will guide you to discover India’s unsurpassed cuisine.