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Madhur Jaffrey's Illustrated Indian Cooking

by Madhur Jaffrey

*Madhur Jaffrey's Illustrated Indian Cookery* is a new and revised edition of her best-selling *Indian Cookery* which introduced half a million readers to the subtle delights of India's cuisine. The 130-plus delicious dishes it features include completely new recipes and range from classics like *Royal Lamb with Almond Sauce* and *Tandoori-style Chicken* to mouthwatering desserts like *Kulfi* (ice-cream with nuts) and *Carrot Halva*; from snacks like *Spicy Matchstick Potato Crisps* and *Samosas* to vegetable recipes like *Sweet and Sour Okra*. Alongside these longstanding favourites are the new additions, including *Shahjahani Lamb* steeped in a spicy yoghurt marinade then baked with dried figs, *Salmon Steamed with Mustard Seeds and Tomato* and *Drunken Orange Slices*. The book also contains a comprehensive list of the spices and other ingredients that are so essential to Indian cookery, information on equipment and techniques, and advice on combining dishes to create authentic Indian menus. A new and enlarged version of a cookery classic, *Madhur Jaffrey's Illustrated Indian Cookery* is a must for all lovers of Indian food.

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