Asian Barbecue Book

"A beautiful cookbook"—Steven Raichlen, author of The Barbecue Bible The Asian Barbecue Book is an inspired and practical guide to creating countless delicious Asian-inspired meals hot off the flame. Traveling and eating barbecue throughout Asia, author Alex Skaria has mastered the technique and art of barbecue, combining Western barbecue techniques with the aromatic and enticing flavors of Asia. All of the recipes in the book can be made using conventional backyard grills, yet for those truly adventurous barbecue enthusiasts side bars and tips on making some exotic barbecued meats are included (such as whole pit-roasted pig). This Asian barbecue cookbook starts off with barbecuing fundamentals—choice of grills is discussed, including unique Asian grills, grilling tools, grilling techniques, timing and temperature control, and much more. From tips on tenderizing meat and achieving moist, juicy barbecue, the author guides cooks through the process, ensuring they end up with a great meal every time. For cooks who want to grab flavors quickly, or don't want to complete a main recipe from start to finish, numerous quick and easy recipes for barbecue sauces, rubs, pastes and marinades provide the basis for infusing new and exciting flavors into meat, poultry and seafood. Complete with sides and salads, such as Thai Papaya Salad and Asian Slaw, and desserts, such as Grilled Mango with Ginger Syrup, this treasury of Asian barbecue recipes will be a resource for years to come. Asian barbecue recipes include: Tandoori Spice Rub Wasabi Mayonnaise Korean-Style Barbecued Sirloin Steaks Thai T-bone Steaks Stuffed Saffron Chicken Grilled Duck Breast with Orange Soy Glaze Bombay-Style Swordfish Steaks Seared Teriyaki Tuna Vindaloo Pork Steaks Spicy Sweet Pork Satays with Fiery Lime Chili Dip Lamb Shish Kebabs Zucchini with Pesto Tabbouleh Salad Grilled Bananas with Chocolate and Coconut

Now you can bring the authentic tastes and techniques of Asian grilling right into your own home. Su-Mei Yu, renowned Thai chef, teacher, restaurateur, and award-winning author of Cracking the Coconut, shows you just how easy it is to grill in her new book, Asian Grilling. Su-Mei captures the splendor and diversity of Asia's cuisines -- Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Korean, Indian, Burmese, Laotian, and Cambodian -- in this superb collection of 85 recipes. With Su-Mei's guidance and clearly written recipes, you'll be able to cook some of the world's most delicious grilled foods, including Indian Chicken Tandoori, Vietnamese-Style Grilled Beef in Lettuce, and Thai Grilled Pork Strips. Asian Grilling begins with some of the better-known Asian dishes such as Chicken Yakitori, Pork Satay, and Lamb Kebabs. Su-Mei then takes you through her own treasured recipes for Salt-Grilled Yellowtail Tuna from Japan, Vietnamese Grilled Shrimp on Sugarcane Stalks, Bulgogi (Korean Barbecued Beef), and so much more. Along with these dishes, you'll find recipes for zesty dipping sauces and flavorful relishes to enhance every bite. In the "Wrapped and Grilled" and "Grilled and Wrapped" chapters, you'll learn how each cuisine uses leaves and casings to make grilling pouches. When these pouches are opened at the table, they fill the room with a unique and savory perfume. The large green leaves of the banana plant are used to wrap everything from Malaysian Spicy Fish Cakes to Chinese-style grilled chicken. In true fusion style, Su-Mei encases a warm filling of grilled vegetables and cheese in a tortilla to make one of her favorite recipes, Thai Quesadillas. Even the ubiquitous lettuce leaf makes a great wrapper for curried lamb, grilled shrimp, and more. Grilled vegetables and salads, main course rice and noodle dishes, and even grilled fruit desserts round out this collection. There are also detailed instructions for preparing the grill and making spice pastes and essential tips on shopping for and preparing Asian ingredients. Stunning color photographs illustrate how the dishes look. Turn your kitchen into an Asian barbecue. It's easy with Asian Grilling by Su-Mei Yu.

60 vibrant recipes proving that Asian roadside barbecue is just as easy, delicious, and crowd-pleasing as American-style backyard grilling. Sharing beloved barbecue dishes from the Southeast Asian countries of Thailand, Burma, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, and Indonesia, experienced author and expert on Asian cooking Leela Punyaratabandhu inspires readers with a deep dive into the flavor profile and spices of the region. She teaches you how to set up your own smoker, cook over an open flame, or grill on the equipment you already have in your backyard. Leela provides more than sixty mouthwatering recipes such as Chicken Satay with Coriander and Cinnamon, Malaysian Grilled Chicken Wings, and Thai Grilled Sticky Rice, as well as recipes for cooking bone-in meats, skewered meats, and even vegetable side dishes and flavorful sauces. The fact that Southeast Asian-style barbecue naturally lends itself to the American outdoor cooking style means that the recipes in the book can remain true to tradition without any need for them to be Westernized or altered at the expense of integrity. This is the perfect book for anyone looking for an easy and flavorful way to expand their barbecue repertoire.

JAMES BEARD AWARD FINALIST • A casual and practical guide to grilling with Korean-American flavors from chef Bill Kim of Chicago's award-winning bellyQ restaurants, with 80 recipes tailored for home cooks with suitable substitutions for hard-to-find ingredients. Born in Korea but raised in the American Midwest, chef Bill Kim brings these two sensibilities together in Korean BBQ, translating Korean flavors for the American consumer in a way that is friendly and accessible. This isn't a traditional Korean cookbook but a Korean-American one, based on gatherings around the grill on weeknights and weekends. Kim teaches the fundamentals of the Korean grill through flavor profiles that can be tweaked according to the griller's preference, then gives an array of knockout recipes. Starting with seven master sauces (and three spice rubs), you’ll soon be able to whip up a whole array of recipes, including Hoisin and Yuzu Edamame, Kimchi Potato Salad, Kori-Can Pork Chops, Seoul to Buffalo Shrimp, BBQ Spiced Chicken Thighs, and Honey Soy Flank Steak. From snacks and drinks to desserts and sides, Korean BBQ has everything you need to for a fun and delicious time around the grill.

Asian Barbecue offers up the classic backyard joy of the barbecue mingled with the fun and excitement of Asian flavors. Barbecue enthusiasts will learn how to incorporate Asian ingredients with quick-and-easy marinades, dry rubs, condiments and flavored butters. With over 50 delicious recipes, from Korean Style Steak to Grilled Shrimp Salad, home cooks will find a wide range of recipes for grilled appetizers, salads, main dishes and desserts that will tempt the whole family.

Cook up delicious Korean barbecue in your own kitchen When it comes to Korean barbecue, there's something for every taste. Typically enjoyed communally, this beloved tradition brings friends and family together over savory meats and fresh vegetables, eaten right off the grill. This cookbook gives you the tools to create Korean barbecue magic with comprehensive guidance, 50 flavorful recipes, and six complete menus for hosting the perfect get-together. Korean BBQ basics--Explore the history of Korean barbecue and the components that make up a meal, as well as what ingredients and equipment you'll need to cook and host a barbecue. A full grill--Discover mouthwatering recipes for small plates, proteins, dipping sauces, sides (banchan), and even drinks and desserts so you can put together complete, crowd-pleasing meals. Recipe tips and tricks--Find pairing suggestions for every recipe, plus prep pointers, make-ahead tips, and other advice for cooking success. Create a true Korean culinary experience at home with help from this barbecue cookbook.

The Asian Barbecue Book is an inspired and practical guide to creating countless delicious Asian-inspired meals hot off the flame. Traveling and eating barbecue throughout Asia, author Alex Skaria has mastered the technique and art of barbecue, combining Western barbecue techniques with the aromatic and enticing flavors of Asia. All of the recipes in the book can be made using conventional backyard grills, yet for those truly adventurous barbecue enthusiasts side bars and tips on making some exotic barbecued meats are included (such as whole pit-roasted pig). This Asian barbecue cookbook starts off with barbecuing fundamentals--choice of grills is discussed, including unique Asian grills, grilling tools, grilling techniques, timing and temperature control, and much more. From tips on tenderizing meat and achieving moist, juicy barbecue, the author guides cooks through the process, ensuring they end up with a great meal every time. For cooks who want to grab flavors quickly, or don't want to complete a main recipe from start to finish, numerous quick and easy recipes for barbecue sauces, rubs, pastes and marinades provide the basis for infusing new and exciting flavors into meat, poultry and seafood. Complete with sides and salads, such as Thai Papaya Salad and Asian Slaw, and desserts, such as Grilled Mango with Ginger Syrup, this treasury of Asian barbecue recipes will be a resource for years to come.

Everyone loves to grill, but most people find themselves trapped in cooking the same few foods the same way over and over again. This book opens up a brave new world in grilling by looking at the tradition of grilling Asian style, offering dozens of wonderful recipes that will change readers' barbecue habits forever. Known for its fresh, healthy and low fat qualities, Asian grilling is almost always a visual feast as well -- as captured in this book's rich, enticing photography. The recipes here are easy to follow; the ingredients and grilling materials are available nearly everywhere, and the end result will amaze and delight. The Essential Kitchen Series has established itself as one of the most consistently informative and well designed on the market today. Asian Grilling is a most worthy addition to the list.