My Indian Kitchen

"A delectable straightforward guide to regional Indian cooking." --Padma Lakshmi, host of Top Chef USA In My Indian Kitchen, chef Hari Nayak shares the secrets of his family's style of Indian cooking that he learned from his mother and aunts, neighbors, local street vendors and countless friends. With the recipes in this Indian cookbook, consistently delicious Indian food at home becomes a reality. From a perfect Mint Chutney with Samosa to a melt-in-the-mouth Chicken Tikka Masala, to Pork Vindaloo, Tandoori Chicken and Sweet Mango Yogurt Lassi, traditional Indian meals without hours and hours of work can be achieved. Authentic Indian recipes include: Cucumber and Yogurt Raita Spicy Paneer Cheese Kebabs Red Kidney Bean Curry Street-Style Grilled Corn on the Cob Fish Tikka Chicken Tikka Masala Spicy and Fragrant Lamb Curry Baked Garlic Naan Creamy Rice Pudding And many more… Having lived in the West for many years, Chef Hari understands the time for meal preparation is limited. To accommodate our busy lifestyle, the recipes in this book have been simplified, without sacrificing any of their authenticity. With Hari's guidance and time-saving tips, the ability to create Indian meals appealing to the individual tastes of the home cook can, finally, be achieved.

Vibrant Indian Cooking Made Simple Enjoy your favorite Indian foods with faster cooking times, accessible ingredients and exciting flavors with this gorgeous, inspiring guide to modern Indian cuisine. Swayampurna Mishra, founder of Lapetitchef, invites you into her kitchen to share unforgettable meals made convenient for today’s busy home cook. With her poignant writing and lush photography, this cookbook will have you swooning over each page—soon you’ll be filling your home with the comforting aromas of warm, rich spices and fragrant simmering sauces. Master classics like Chicken Dum Biriyani, with irresistibly tender meat. Enjoy Coconut & Sesame–Crusted Shrimp for a quick, crowd-pleasing dish, and put on a pot of Creamy Black Lentils for an indulgent yet easy weeknight meal. Ma’s Lamb Curry, the pinnacle of Indian soul food, is simple to prepare in your slow cooker—perfect for busy families. Discover the magic of Masala-Stuffed Flatbread and an array of surprisingly easy, charming sweet treats. This book will engage your senses and delight your palate with delicious Indian dishes that celebrate the simple joys of food and family.

Six years ago Sarah fell in love with the people, food and culture of India. In My Indian Kitchen, Sarah takes you beyond the well-known restaurant favourites of butter chicken, chicken tandoori and dal. Combining her passion for Indian flavours with classical French techniques, she has created light, balanced and healthy dishes for you to make at home. To get you started, there is a list of must-have pantry items including spices, nuts and legumes. Next, are recipes for curry bases, cooling chutneys and raita, as well as Sarah's secret masala mix and favourite crispy, flaky roti. There are street food delicacies and lots of main dishes using seafood, lamb, chicken and vegetarian proteins. And for the sweet tooth, some special desserts to round off the meal. In her signature style of simple elegance, these modern and inspiring recipes tell Sarah's story and represent her special connection to India and Australia.

The ultimate plant-based Indian cookbook by the creator of VeganRicha.com, featuring breakfasts, snacks, one-pot meals, mains, flatbreads, and desserts. From delicious dals to rich curries, flat breads, savory breakfasts, snacks, and much more, this vegan cookbook brings you Richa Hingle’s collection of plant-based Indian recipes inspired by regional cuisines, Indian culture, local foods, and proven methods. Whether you want to enjoy Indian cooking, try some new spices, or add more protein to your meals using legumes and lentils, this book has got it covered. You’ll explore some well-known and new Indian flavor profiles that are easy to make in your own kitchen. Learn the secrets of eclectic Indian taste and textures, and discover meals in which pulses and vegetables are the stars of the dish. And once you taste Richa’s mouth-watering desserts, they will likely become your new favorites. Within these pages you will find recipes to please all the senses, including: • Mango Curry Tofu • Whole Roasted Cauliflower in Makhani Gravy • Baked Lentil Kachori Pastries • Quick Tamarind-Date Chutney • Avocado Naan • Fudgy Cardamom Squares The recipes have been designed to simplify complex vegan cooking procedures, and Richa’s workflow tips incorporate modern appliances and techniques from other cuisines to reduce cooking times. Replacement spices are indicated wherever possible, and Richa also provides alternatives and variations that allow people to be playful and creative with the Indian spices called for in the recipes. The restaurant-quality vegan recipes are ideal to make for yourself, for family, and for entertaining guests. “One of the Best Vegan Cookbooks of 2015”—Vegetarian Times “Whether you have a love affair with Indian food or are new to the flavors of one of the world’s greatest cuisines, you will be dazzled by Richa’s recipes and accessible style. . . . I can’t wait to keep cooking from one of the best cookbooks on Indian food (vegan or not) I’ve ever seen.” —Colleen Holland, co-founder of VegNews Magazine

All the rich flavors and exquisite dishes of India are now accessible to homecooks everywhere. My Indian Cookbook is a relaxed, present-day spice journey that has a confident and fresh approach towards cooking with ease. It allows your taste buds to be taken on a journey where the myths are exposed and the message simplified, so that you can be a master of your own spice kitchen. My Indian Cookbook is a primer, refresher and introduction to Indian cuisine with a sensibility for hectic schedules. It brings Indian cookery up-to-date and will provide you with the basics and inspiration to forge your own path and try something new. You don’t need to re-create huge opulent feasts. You can make one dish to add to the rest of the meal or dip in and out of the book as the mood suits you. Pantry stapes, a must-have spice list, alternative ingredients, step-by-step illustrations for tricky techniques, and a menu planner accompany an exquisite yet easy-to-follow recipe collection. Sample recipes Light bites: carrot and chickpea pancakes, fish fritters, coriander and chili crab balls, sesame and ginger skewers, and more. Vegetables and lentils: chana masala, Baigan bharta, dhal makhani, beetroot curry Fish, Meat and Poultry: Masalas roast lamb, mussels in chili, ginger and curry lead broth, saffron pot roast chicken, fish in tamarind sauce Breads and rice: mint parantha, seeded naan bread, mixed vegetable roti, onion and coriander stuffed naan Salads: tomato pickled ginger side salad, bean and lentil, steamed green beans in tomato mustard dressing Pickles and chutneys: cucumber, carrot and mint chutney, South Indian eggplant pickle, fruit chutney, apple pickle. Desserts and drinks: pistachio kulfi, almond and saffron cake, creamy honey and raisin vermicelli pots, masala chai, chili hot chocolate. This comprehensive book is a modern and familiar collection of accessible recipes that should be shared over and over again to inspire friends and family. Whether you’ve never had Indian food or want to make your favorite dishes at home, this is the perfect cookbook.

"Gadia brings quintessential Indian dishes like specialty breads and tandoori chicken within easy reach of the home cook."--Publishers Weekly"Healthful Indian recipes aplenty...a welcome addition to any kitchen." --India Currents "Gadia conveys both a love of her cultural heritage and down-to-earth, easily understood guidelines for healthy eating. A sound resource on Indian cooking from a dietary standpoint." --Booklist New Indian Home Cooking features more than 100 quick and easy-to-prepare recipes--from appetizers to desserts--plus: sample meal plans * time-saving tips * vegetarian meals * nutritional analysis for each recipe * a glossary of cooking terms and ingredients * and more... Recipes include * Samosas and Naan * Subji Biriyani (vegetable-rice casserole) * Masoor Dal (lentil soup) * Tandoori Tari (barbecued chicken) * Machhi Kali Mirch (baked fish with black pepper) * Rogan Josh (lamb in yogurt sauce) * Pudina Chutney (mint chutney) * Kheer (rice pudding) * and more

"Mastering the art of authentic home cooking"--dust jacket.