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Book SynopsisRinku Bhattacharya combines her two great lovesIndian cooking and sustainable livingto give readers a simple, accessible way to cook seasonally, locally, and flavorfully. Inspired by the bounty of local produce, mostly from her own backyard, Rinku created these recipes for busy, time-strapped home cooks who want to blend Indian flavors into nutritious family meals.
Arranged in chapters from appetizers through desserts, Spices & Seasons includes everything from small bites, soups, seafood, meat and poultry, and vegetables, to condiments, breads, and sweets.
Included are more than 150 creative recipes with plenty of gluten-free and vegetarian options; detailed sections on spices, ingredients, and utensils; and green tips for making your kitchen eco-friendly.
Sample recipes:
- Mango and Goat Cheese Mini Crisps
- Crisped Okra with Dry Spice Rub
- Red Harvest Masala Cornish Hens
- Black Bean, Corn and Nectarine Salad
- Sweet Potato Soup with Saffron, Sage and Nutmeg
- Smoky Roasted Eggplant and Tomato Puree
- Tandoori Spice Roasted Baby Potatoes with Mint
- Coastal Coconut and Tamarind Fish Curry
- Cardamom-Scented Beet Halwa
As exotic and enticing as these recipes sound, the ingredients are easily found and the instructions are simple. Rinku encourages readers to explore the bounty of their local farms and markets, and embrace the rich flavors of India to cook food that is nutritious, healthy, seasonal and most importantly, delicious.
Trade Review"...beautifully combines the time-tested traditions of the Indian kitchen with a practical, modern approach..." -- Suvir Saran, author of Masala Farm & Indian Home Cooking "Spices & Seasons awakened my sleepy palate the moment I opened it! What gorgeous, beguiling recipes and such wise words about so much, especially about children and vegetables. I am off to my kitchen, book in tow and with great anticipation of many wonderful meals." -- Deborah Madison, author of "Vegetable Literacy" & "The New Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone" "Whether you're shopping in supermarkets or farmers markets or cooking from CSA boxes and farm stands, Rinku has ideas and recipes for you. Whether you are a confident, seasoned cook, or curious about the kitchen, whether you know and love India's vibrant spices and culinary traditions or whether you are more curious than confident, Rinku welcomes you with this splendid and practical book. Teacher, coach, and passionate, smiling guide, she's exactly the presence I want in my kitchen this year, for all the spices and all the seasons." -- Nancie McDermott, author of "Quick & Easy Thai & Southern Pies"
