One of the most popular cuisines in the world, there is more to Indian cookery than curries, and this is the book to bring its wonderful tastes and aromas into your kitchen. So ditch the jars of ready-made sauces and say goodbye to metal take-away trays, the "Easy Indian Cookbook" will get you started making delicious, authentic Indian food. Taking you step by step through each recipe, this book will soon give you mastery of this colourful and exotic cuisine.Part 1 introduces you to the world of Indian cooking, explaining the ingredients, equipment, methods and basic preparations such as spices, pulses and rice. Part 2 - the Recipes - focuses on different cooking methods, giving recipes for starters and snacks, light and main meals, and simple yet exotic desserts. Part 3 gives you a cross-referenced collection of Meal Plans, showing mouthwatering ideas for lunches and dinners, whether you want a warming curry to see you through a chilly winter evening or a sumptuous feast for friends and family. With stunning photography throughout, the "Easy Indian Cookbook" is the essential one-stop culinary guide for beginners.

Author Biography

Manju Malhi has published several books on Indian cookery, including Brit Spice and India with Passion. She appears regularly on television, on programmes such as Simply Indian and BBC's Food and Drink and Saturday Kitchen.