Author: Priya Lakshminarayan
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1638071764
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 303
Book Description
Spice up your menu with vegan Indian recipes Indian cuisine is packed with delicate flavors, savory spices, and hearty vegetables, making it ideal for vegans and veggie-lovers. This Indian vegan cookbook is an essential guide for cooking up traditional plant-based delicacies and restaurant classics with a vegan twist. Whether you're looking to expand your palate or find animal-free alternatives to your favorites, you can create authentic Indian food at home with expert guidance and mouthwatering recipes. Use this complete vegan Indian cookbook and enjoy: An Indian cooking primer—Discover traditional cooking techniques, vegan substitutions, and money-saving shopping tips. A complete shopping guide—Learn which staple spices and vegetables to keep on hand to ensure you always have the necessities for cooking delicious Indian food. Diverse recipes—Cook regional favorites and traditional dishes from all across India, like Eggplant Lentil Curry, Tofu Saag, and Cauliflower Tikka Masala. Create classic dishes and discover new favorites with the Essential Vegan Indian Cookbook.
Vegetarian India
Author: Madhur Jaffrey
Publisher: Knopf
ISBN: 1101874864
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 449
Book Description
The “queen of Indian cooking” (Saveur) and seven-time James Beard Award–winning author shares the delectable, healthful, vegetable- and grain-based foods enjoyed around the Indian subcontinent. “The world’s best-known ambassador of Indian cuisine travels the subcontinent to showcase the vast diversity of vegetarian dishes. Best of all: She makes them doable for the Western cook.” —The Washington Post Vegetarian cooking is a way of life for more than 300 million Indians. Jaffrey travels from north to south, and from the Arabian Sea to the Bay of Bengal, collecting recipes for the very tastiest dishes along the way. She visits the homes and businesses of shopkeepers, writers, designers, farmers, doctors, weavers, and more, gathering their stories and uncovering the secrets of their most delicious family specialties. From a sweet, sour, hot, salty Kodava Mushroom Curry with Coconut originating in the forested regions of South Karnataka to simple, crisp Okra Fries dusted with chili powder, turmeric, and chickpea flour; and from Stir-Fried Spinach, Andhra Style (with ginger, coriander, and cumin) to the mung bean pancakes she snacks on at a roadside stand, here Jaffrey brings together the very best of vegetable-centric Indian cuisine and explains how home cooks can easily replicate these dishes—and many more for beans, grains, and breads—in their own kitchens. With more than two hundred recipes, beautifully illustrated throughout, and including personal photographs from Jaffrey’s own travels, Vegetarian India is a kitchen essential for vegetable enthusiasts and home cooks everywhere.
Publisher: Knopf
ISBN: 1101874864
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 449
Book Description
The “queen of Indian cooking” (Saveur) and seven-time James Beard Award–winning author shares the delectable, healthful, vegetable- and grain-based foods enjoyed around the Indian subcontinent. “The world’s best-known ambassador of Indian cuisine travels the subcontinent to showcase the vast diversity of vegetarian dishes. Best of all: She makes them doable for the Western cook.” —The Washington Post Vegetarian cooking is a way of life for more than 300 million Indians. Jaffrey travels from north to south, and from the Arabian Sea to the Bay of Bengal, collecting recipes for the very tastiest dishes along the way. She visits the homes and businesses of shopkeepers, writers, designers, farmers, doctors, weavers, and more, gathering their stories and uncovering the secrets of their most delicious family specialties. From a sweet, sour, hot, salty Kodava Mushroom Curry with Coconut originating in the forested regions of South Karnataka to simple, crisp Okra Fries dusted with chili powder, turmeric, and chickpea flour; and from Stir-Fried Spinach, Andhra Style (with ginger, coriander, and cumin) to the mung bean pancakes she snacks on at a roadside stand, here Jaffrey brings together the very best of vegetable-centric Indian cuisine and explains how home cooks can easily replicate these dishes—and many more for beans, grains, and breads—in their own kitchens. With more than two hundred recipes, beautifully illustrated throughout, and including personal photographs from Jaffrey’s own travels, Vegetarian India is a kitchen essential for vegetable enthusiasts and home cooks everywhere.
Vegan Richa's Indian Kitchen
Author: Richa Hingle
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
ISBN: 1941252109
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 485
Book Description
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
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
ISBN: 1941252109
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 485
Book Description
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
The Essential South Indian Cookbook
Author: Srividhya Gopalakrishnan
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1641527102
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
Discover the diverse (and delicious) cuisines of South India. Indian food is as complex, broad, and varied as the country itself—and it's time to bring that expanse of flavors to your kitchen. Drawing on the rich traditions of South India, The Essential South Indian Cookbook will take your taste buds somewhere they've probably never been before. The Essential South Indian Cookbook lets you explore the rarely-tasted regional cuisines of India's southern states. Travel to Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Telangana, and Andhra as you sample delicious foods and learn how each of these areas contributed to the rich traditions of Indian dining. The Essential South Indian Cookbook includes: 75 South Indian recipes—Discover a mouthwatering variety of unique and flavorful dishes that include idli (savory rice cake), dosa (rice crepes), sambar (vegetable stew), chutneys, and more. Taste the south—You'll enjoy an Indian cookbook that examines the varied histories of South India's states—and their contributions to the legacy of Indian food. True Indian kitchen—Learn how to keep your flavors authentic in this Indian cookbook, filled with advice for selecting essential spices and must-have cookware. Earn a new stamp on your culinary passport with the help of The Essential South Indian Cookbook.
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1641527102
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
Discover the diverse (and delicious) cuisines of South India. Indian food is as complex, broad, and varied as the country itself—and it's time to bring that expanse of flavors to your kitchen. Drawing on the rich traditions of South India, The Essential South Indian Cookbook will take your taste buds somewhere they've probably never been before. The Essential South Indian Cookbook lets you explore the rarely-tasted regional cuisines of India's southern states. Travel to Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Telangana, and Andhra as you sample delicious foods and learn how each of these areas contributed to the rich traditions of Indian dining. The Essential South Indian Cookbook includes: 75 South Indian recipes—Discover a mouthwatering variety of unique and flavorful dishes that include idli (savory rice cake), dosa (rice crepes), sambar (vegetable stew), chutneys, and more. Taste the south—You'll enjoy an Indian cookbook that examines the varied histories of South India's states—and their contributions to the legacy of Indian food. True Indian kitchen—Learn how to keep your flavors authentic in this Indian cookbook, filled with advice for selecting essential spices and must-have cookware. Earn a new stamp on your culinary passport with the help of The Essential South Indian Cookbook.
The Modern Tiffin
Author: Priyanka Naik
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1982177098
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Travel the world in a tiffin with 55 delicious recipes showcasing the global vegan experience. Italy, Mexico, Thailand, India... Self-taught Indian American chef Priyanka Naik loves to travel just as much as she loves cooking! So when she set out to write a cookbook, she knew it couldn’t be just one cuisine—it had to feature a world of plant-based flavors. Drawing on her heritage and her travels, Chef Priyanka introduces you to a world of mouthwatering vegan dishes in The Modern Tiffin. With vegetables as the star of the show, Priyanka takes you to a different part of the world in each chapter, adding her own Indian-inspired twist to each dish. The recipes in the book are made to be put into a tiffin, an Indian-style lunch box, so that each meal can be perfectly packaged to take on your own adventures, near and far. You’ll learn recipes like: -Bucatini à la Pumpkin with Pink Peppercorn & Pistachio -Green Chutney Quesadillas -Chili-Maple Skillet Corn Bread -Indian Home Fries with Peanuts -Bondi Blue Tea Cakes -Cardamom Sweet Tea Spritzer -and so many more! Get ready for an international trip from the comfort of your own kitchen: The Modern Tiffin will take you on a delicious vegan voyage around the world!
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1982177098
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Travel the world in a tiffin with 55 delicious recipes showcasing the global vegan experience. Italy, Mexico, Thailand, India... Self-taught Indian American chef Priyanka Naik loves to travel just as much as she loves cooking! So when she set out to write a cookbook, she knew it couldn’t be just one cuisine—it had to feature a world of plant-based flavors. Drawing on her heritage and her travels, Chef Priyanka introduces you to a world of mouthwatering vegan dishes in The Modern Tiffin. With vegetables as the star of the show, Priyanka takes you to a different part of the world in each chapter, adding her own Indian-inspired twist to each dish. The recipes in the book are made to be put into a tiffin, an Indian-style lunch box, so that each meal can be perfectly packaged to take on your own adventures, near and far. You’ll learn recipes like: -Bucatini à la Pumpkin with Pink Peppercorn & Pistachio -Green Chutney Quesadillas -Chili-Maple Skillet Corn Bread -Indian Home Fries with Peanuts -Bondi Blue Tea Cakes -Cardamom Sweet Tea Spritzer -and so many more! Get ready for an international trip from the comfort of your own kitchen: The Modern Tiffin will take you on a delicious vegan voyage around the world!
Veganbell's Indian Vegan Cookbook
Author: Neelam Pokhrel
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789354064043
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 174
Book Description
Discover the authentic taste of India - right from your kitchen. Whether you're new to Indian food and looking to experiment at home, or you're a level 10 curry-lover (like we are) and wish to recreate restaurant-style flavors, this is the cookbook for you. From Rajma Chawal to Paani Puri, you'll come across some of the gorgeous-looking, best-tasting, fun-to-make recipes in here. Some of our star recipes include: Dried Fruits Pulao Rajma Chawal Chana Masala Aloo Palak Matar Mushroom Masala South Indian Kurma Kadai Tofu Vegan Butter Chick'n Aloo Tikki Gobi Pakoda Aloo Pyaaz Paratha Creamy Tomato Soup Kaju Katli Nankhatai Imli Chutney Beautiful Images The cookbook is filled with gorgeous images that will not just inspire you, but will also help you understand how the final dish looks like. Every Information You'll Ever Need. We have fortified the cookbook with super useful tips and information so you can actually cook ALL 90 RECIPES without having to google any weird ingredients or kitchen appliances (btw, there aren't any weird ingredients nor kitchen tools). No More Scratching Your Head Indian foods don't exactly follow the set-it-and-forget-it rule like most dishes. The cooking is very much step-by-step based. This is why we have included multiple steps cooking directions in most of our recipes so you're more invested in the cooking journey than scratching your head. So let's enjoy some delicious plant-based, vegan Indian food together with Veganbell's Indian Vegan Cookbook: 90 Easy, Plant-Based Recipes from India
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789354064043
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 174
Book Description
Discover the authentic taste of India - right from your kitchen. Whether you're new to Indian food and looking to experiment at home, or you're a level 10 curry-lover (like we are) and wish to recreate restaurant-style flavors, this is the cookbook for you. From Rajma Chawal to Paani Puri, you'll come across some of the gorgeous-looking, best-tasting, fun-to-make recipes in here. Some of our star recipes include: Dried Fruits Pulao Rajma Chawal Chana Masala Aloo Palak Matar Mushroom Masala South Indian Kurma Kadai Tofu Vegan Butter Chick'n Aloo Tikki Gobi Pakoda Aloo Pyaaz Paratha Creamy Tomato Soup Kaju Katli Nankhatai Imli Chutney Beautiful Images The cookbook is filled with gorgeous images that will not just inspire you, but will also help you understand how the final dish looks like. Every Information You'll Ever Need. We have fortified the cookbook with super useful tips and information so you can actually cook ALL 90 RECIPES without having to google any weird ingredients or kitchen appliances (btw, there aren't any weird ingredients nor kitchen tools). No More Scratching Your Head Indian foods don't exactly follow the set-it-and-forget-it rule like most dishes. The cooking is very much step-by-step based. This is why we have included multiple steps cooking directions in most of our recipes so you're more invested in the cooking journey than scratching your head. So let's enjoy some delicious plant-based, vegan Indian food together with Veganbell's Indian Vegan Cookbook: 90 Easy, Plant-Based Recipes from India
Plant-Based India: Nourishing Recipes Rooted in Tradition
Author: Sheil Shukla
Publisher: The Experiment, LLC
ISBN: 1615198547
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 346
Book Description
JAMES BEARD AWARD NOMINEE • Physician and Plant Based Artist creator Dr. Sheil Shukla celebrates Indian cuisine with 100 stunningly photographed vegan recipes that utilize fresh, healthy produce to capture the indelible flavors of India “This is wholesome, exciting cooking that just so happens to not include animal products. You won’t miss them.”—The New York Times, A Best Cookbook of 2022 “Cinematically lit, larger-than-life images will have you eating with your eyes long before the dal hits the pan.”—NPR Books We Love India is home to a vibrant tapestry of culinary traditions—and to more vegetarians than anywhere else in the world. It’s also where Dr. Sheil Shukla learned to love traditional Gujarati fare, cooking alongside his adored ba (grandmother) over summers in Mumbai. During his medical training, Dr. Shukla discovered the power of plant-based nutrition to prevent and manage chronic illness—and so began his mission to reinvent the classic vegetarian dishes of his heritage. Plant-Based India presents over 100 completely vegan recipes for shak (spiced vegetable dishes), dal (legume stews), rotli (flatbreads), bhat (rice dishes), and more. From a comforting Palak Tofu that transcends dairy-based paneer, to vegan Nan, festive Navratan Rice, hearty Dal Makhani, and summery Chocolate Chai Mousse with Berries, these are recipes from the heart—filled with nourishing ingredients at their seasonal best.
Publisher: The Experiment, LLC
ISBN: 1615198547
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 346
Book Description
JAMES BEARD AWARD NOMINEE • Physician and Plant Based Artist creator Dr. Sheil Shukla celebrates Indian cuisine with 100 stunningly photographed vegan recipes that utilize fresh, healthy produce to capture the indelible flavors of India “This is wholesome, exciting cooking that just so happens to not include animal products. You won’t miss them.”—The New York Times, A Best Cookbook of 2022 “Cinematically lit, larger-than-life images will have you eating with your eyes long before the dal hits the pan.”—NPR Books We Love India is home to a vibrant tapestry of culinary traditions—and to more vegetarians than anywhere else in the world. It’s also where Dr. Sheil Shukla learned to love traditional Gujarati fare, cooking alongside his adored ba (grandmother) over summers in Mumbai. During his medical training, Dr. Shukla discovered the power of plant-based nutrition to prevent and manage chronic illness—and so began his mission to reinvent the classic vegetarian dishes of his heritage. Plant-Based India presents over 100 completely vegan recipes for shak (spiced vegetable dishes), dal (legume stews), rotli (flatbreads), bhat (rice dishes), and more. From a comforting Palak Tofu that transcends dairy-based paneer, to vegan Nan, festive Navratan Rice, hearty Dal Makhani, and summery Chocolate Chai Mousse with Berries, these are recipes from the heart—filled with nourishing ingredients at their seasonal best.
Instant Pot Vegan Indian Cookbook
Author: Meena Agarwal
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1638071845
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 237
Book Description
Cook up vegan Indian meals in no time with your Instant Pot The Instant Pot makes it quick and easy to whip up vegan Indian cuisine that only tastes like it took hours to make. This vegan Indian cookbook offers a comprehensive collection of delicious plant-based Indian recipes that you can make entirely with your Instant Pot. No expensive or hard-to-find ingredients necessary—just everyday basics you can find at your local grocery store or Indian grocer. This vegan Instant Pot cookbook includes: An intro to Indian cooking—Learn more about the staples, spices, and pantry items you'll need to get started, as well as how to get the most out of your Instant Pot when cooking Indian food. Realistic cooking times—Every recipe includes accurate time estimates that account for every step of the cooking process, including pressure-build and pressure-release. A wide range of recipes—Get a true taste of India with vegan recipes representing dishes across different regions and culinary traditions, from common home-cooked meals to adaptations of restaurant favorites. Spice up your Instant Pot with flavorful, plant-based Indian recipes.
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1638071845
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 237
Book Description
Cook up vegan Indian meals in no time with your Instant Pot The Instant Pot makes it quick and easy to whip up vegan Indian cuisine that only tastes like it took hours to make. This vegan Indian cookbook offers a comprehensive collection of delicious plant-based Indian recipes that you can make entirely with your Instant Pot. No expensive or hard-to-find ingredients necessary—just everyday basics you can find at your local grocery store or Indian grocer. This vegan Instant Pot cookbook includes: An intro to Indian cooking—Learn more about the staples, spices, and pantry items you'll need to get started, as well as how to get the most out of your Instant Pot when cooking Indian food. Realistic cooking times—Every recipe includes accurate time estimates that account for every step of the cooking process, including pressure-build and pressure-release. A wide range of recipes—Get a true taste of India with vegan recipes representing dishes across different regions and culinary traditions, from common home-cooked meals to adaptations of restaurant favorites. Spice up your Instant Pot with flavorful, plant-based Indian recipes.
Vegan Indian Cooking
Author: Anupy Singla
Publisher: Agate Surrey
ISBN: 9781572841307
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
The follow-up to Indian Slow Cooker offers more than 50 delicious, traditional Indian recipes made entirely with vegan ingredients and offers instructions and tips for acquiring, making and using custom spice blends at home. Original.
Publisher: Agate Surrey
ISBN: 9781572841307
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
The follow-up to Indian Slow Cooker offers more than 50 delicious, traditional Indian recipes made entirely with vegan ingredients and offers instructions and tips for acquiring, making and using custom spice blends at home. Original.
660 Curries
Author: Raghavan Iyer
Publisher: Workman Publishing Company
ISBN: 0761187464
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 832
Book Description
Curry is Salmon with Garlic and Turmeric. Curry is Grilled Chicken with Cashew-Tomato Sauce. Curry is Asparagus with Tomato and Crumbled Paneer. Curry is Lamb with Yellow Split Peas, Chunky Potatoes with Spinach, Tamarind Shrimp with Coconut Milk, Baby Back Ribs with a Sweet-Sour Glaze and Vinegar Sauce, Basmati Rice with Fragrant Curry Leaves. Curry is vivid flavors, seasonal ingredients, a kaleidoscope of spices and unexpected combinations. And 660 Curries is the gateway to the world of Indian cooking, demystifying one of the world's great cuisines. Presented by the IACP award–winning Cooking Teacher of the Year (2004), Raghavan Iyer, 660 Curries is a joyous food-lover's extravaganza. Mr. Iyer first grounds us in the building blocks of Indian flavors—the interplay of sour (like tomatoes or yogurt), salty, sweet, pungent (peppercorns, chiles), bitter, and the quality of unami (seeds, coconuts, and the like). Then, from this basic palette, he unveils an infinite art. There are appetizers—Spinach Fritters, Lentil Dumplings in a Buttermilk Coconut Sauce—and main courses—Chicken with Lemongrass and Kaffir-Lime Leaves, Lamb Loin Chops with an Apricot Sauce. Cheese dishes—Pan-Fried Cheese with Cauliflower and Cilantro; bean dishes—Lentil Stew with Cumin and Cayenne. And hundreds of vegetable dishes—Sweet Corn with Cumin and Chiles, Chunky Potatoes with Golden Raisins, Baby Eggplant Stuffed with Cashew Nuts and Spices. There are traditional, regional curries from around the subcontinent and contemporary curries. Plus all the extras: biryanis, breads, rice dishes, raitas, spice pastes and blends, and rubs. curry, n.—any dish that consists of either meat, fish, poultry, legumes, vegetables, or fruits, simmered in or covered with a sauce, gravy, or other liquid that is redolent with any number of freshly ground and very fragrant spices and/or herbs.
Publisher: Workman Publishing Company
ISBN: 0761187464
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 832
Book Description
Curry is Salmon with Garlic and Turmeric. Curry is Grilled Chicken with Cashew-Tomato Sauce. Curry is Asparagus with Tomato and Crumbled Paneer. Curry is Lamb with Yellow Split Peas, Chunky Potatoes with Spinach, Tamarind Shrimp with Coconut Milk, Baby Back Ribs with a Sweet-Sour Glaze and Vinegar Sauce, Basmati Rice with Fragrant Curry Leaves. Curry is vivid flavors, seasonal ingredients, a kaleidoscope of spices and unexpected combinations. And 660 Curries is the gateway to the world of Indian cooking, demystifying one of the world's great cuisines. Presented by the IACP award–winning Cooking Teacher of the Year (2004), Raghavan Iyer, 660 Curries is a joyous food-lover's extravaganza. Mr. Iyer first grounds us in the building blocks of Indian flavors—the interplay of sour (like tomatoes or yogurt), salty, sweet, pungent (peppercorns, chiles), bitter, and the quality of unami (seeds, coconuts, and the like). Then, from this basic palette, he unveils an infinite art. There are appetizers—Spinach Fritters, Lentil Dumplings in a Buttermilk Coconut Sauce—and main courses—Chicken with Lemongrass and Kaffir-Lime Leaves, Lamb Loin Chops with an Apricot Sauce. Cheese dishes—Pan-Fried Cheese with Cauliflower and Cilantro; bean dishes—Lentil Stew with Cumin and Cayenne. And hundreds of vegetable dishes—Sweet Corn with Cumin and Chiles, Chunky Potatoes with Golden Raisins, Baby Eggplant Stuffed with Cashew Nuts and Spices. There are traditional, regional curries from around the subcontinent and contemporary curries. Plus all the extras: biryanis, breads, rice dishes, raitas, spice pastes and blends, and rubs. curry, n.—any dish that consists of either meat, fish, poultry, legumes, vegetables, or fruits, simmered in or covered with a sauce, gravy, or other liquid that is redolent with any number of freshly ground and very fragrant spices and/or herbs.