Asian Cooking

Book Description
Some of the world's most exciting cuisines are found in Asia. From the vastness of China to the island states of Indonesia and the Philippines, food is prepared with great pleasure and attention to detail. Each country has its own unique style of cooking, but they have many ingredients in common and they all share a similar approach to food. The Practical Encyclopedia of Asian Cooking is a beautifully photographed, comprehensive guide to the food and cooking of this region, with enticing, authentic recipes. Part One: Visual Catalog - A fascinating introduction to the different cuisine's of Asia, plus a fact-filled guide to useful equipment. - Fabulous visual catalog of Asian foods includes essential information on every type of ingredient from the daily staples, such as rice and noodles, to unusual fruits and vegetables and exotic fish. - Includes facts about how to choose the very best ingredients, their culinary uses and storage. - Essential cooking and preparation techniques. Part Two: Essential Recipes - Includes over 100 authentic recipes with easy-to-follow, illustrated step-by-step instructions. - Find out how to make classic dishes from every corner of the region. Peking duck, spring rolls, dim sum, Thai fish cakes, red chicken curry, Vietnamese shrimp fritters, nasi goreng, Japanese sushi and sashimi, and coconut ice cream. With a range of ingredients now available in supermarkets, there's never been a better time to discover the enticing flavors of Asia. The Practical Encyclopedia of Asian Cooking, which combines a fascinating visual guide to the foods of this continent with exciting and authentic recipes, is the only book on identifying, preparing and cooking Asian ingredients that you will ever need.


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This comprehensive collection features recipes from these diverse cuisines and details spices and other seasonings, cooking equipment and utensils, preparation methods, special techniques and a wide range of ingredients. Recipes are included for every course of meal, from soups, snacks and appetizers to main courses, vegetable dishes and desserts. Home cooks will be able to master traditional favorites, such as Shrimp Toasts with Sesame Seeds, Seafood and Wonton Soup, as well as more modern renditions, such as Singapore Rice Vermicelli and Stir-fried Crispy Duck. A chapter on Special Occasions provides an opportunity to combine recipes and create dazzling menus for intimate romantic dinners of sumptuous banquets alike. A must-have for all those who crave easy-to-fix, delicious-to-eat Asian specialties in their own homes.


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