Indian Made Easy

Confident, fresh recipes that simplify and demystify traditional and contemporary Indian cuisine.

Anjum Anand presents 70 mouthwatering Indian recipes, using fresh, local and seasonal produce with all ingredients readily available in supermarkets. Throughout the book there are tips and techniques as well as expert secrets from top Indian chefs.

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Learn to cook all your favorite Indian foods with this beautifully illustrated and easy-to-follow Indian cookbook. Indian Cooking Made Easy presents a collection of authentic, yet easy-to-prepare dishes from all over India—from tasty appetizers and snacks to vegetarian entrees to traditional chicken and lamb dishes. Ranging from the basic spice mixes that give Indian cooking its distinctive flavors and aroma, to crisp and light dosai from southern India, to the creamy homemade ice cream called kulfi, the dishes are superb either on their own or when served together as a traditional thali-style meal. Recipes for chappatis, paratha, yogurt-based raitas, pickles and chutneys, are also included, which will complement any Indian meal. With its beautiful photographs and easy-to-follow recipes, Indian Cooking Made Easy explores the history and influences of classic Indian cuisine, demystifies traditional equipment and ingredients, and provides all the essentials required for fabulous Indian home cooking. Delicious Indian recipes include: Fresh Coconut Chutney Beef Vindaloo Masala Lamb Chops Chicken Tomato Curry Chappati Crispy Fried Shrimp Spicy Portuguese Shrimp Three Lentil Stew Pumpkin Balls Homemade Paneer Cheese Masala Dosai Even beginner chefs will be able to follow the recipes and flavors in this book easily. Cooking Indian food, like any other great cuisine is a celebration of life. Preparing the food is as much of an experience as eating it!

Within this volume are 350 user-friendly recipes from all over India, a country whose diverse cultures and religions are reflected in its cuisine. The recipes include background information and are designed to educate cooks in order to make them more comfortable with Indian food.

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The renowned Indian chef shares a collection of classic recipes with easy-to-find ingredients—including biryanis, samosas, chutneys and more! Sanjeev Kapoor burst onto India’s culinary scene with an easy, no-fuss cooking approach. Now he introduces American audiences to his simple-yet-satisfying style with the only Indian cookbook you’ll ever need. How to Cook Indian covers the depth and diversity of Indian recipes, including such favorites as butter chicken, palak paneer, and samosas, along with less-familiar dishes that are sure to become new favorites, including soups and shorbas; kebabs, snacks, and starters; main dishes; pickles and chutneys; breads; and more. The ingredients are easy to find, and suggested substitutions make these simple recipes even easier.

Taste the real thing and discover the delights of home-cooked Indian food Indian food—delicious, diverse, and not as difficult to cook as you might think! In Indian Cooking For Dummies, you’ll learn the fundamentals, plus over 100 make-at-home recipes for your Indian favorites. Even newbie cooks will have no trouble making these easy and delectable dishes right at home. With this book, you’ve got a suite of recipes to suit every dietary need (vegetarians, rejoice!), spice tolerance, and skill level. When you crave a Bengaluru breakfast, Lucknow lunch, or Delhi dinner, Indian Cooking For Dummies is for you. Inside, you’ll learn the steps and secrets used in all the regions of India, so you can create a perfect, balanced Indian meal in your kitchen. With pro suggestions and tips about key ingredients and dish pairings, you’ll be eating healthy, hearty, flavorful food in no time. Imagine your own stay-at-home buffet of rice, Indian breads, curried meats, creamy lentils, aromatic vegetables, raitas, chutneys, relishes, and more. Hungry yet? Cook authentic Indian appetizers, snacks, main courses, desserts, drinks, and popular vegetarian dishes Discover regional Indian cuisine and the ingredients, techniques, and spices unique to each Eat healthily and cook from scratch, without spending too much time in the kitchen Enjoy expert advice on how to make a meal for one or feed a large family, Indian style For flavor, aroma, variety, and sheer pleasure, Indian food is tops—and you can make it yourself, with this friendly Dummies guide!