The Bengali Five Spice Chronicles
Author | : Rinku Bhattacharya |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2012 |
ISBN-10 | : 0781813050 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780781813051 |
Rating | : 4/5 (051 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Bengali Five Spice Chronicles written by Rinku Bhattacharya and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bengalis have been compared to the French in terms of food-obsessed peoples, as dining and entertaining are such an integral part of the culture. The book begins with a thorough introduction to Bengali culture and cooking, including sections on spices, ingredients, and equipment. Following are recipe chapters (incorporating a balance of traditional and contemporary recipes) on Rice & Breads, Lentils, Fried Vegetables and Fritters, Vegetarian First Courses, Vegetarian Entrees, Eggs, Fish, Chicken & Poultry, Meat Dishes, Chutneys & Relishes, Drinks & Snacks, and Desserts. Includes 180 easy-to-follow recipes, plus sections on spice pastes, spice blends, and essential tools, and sidebars with family anecdotes and historical and cultural information.