Vibrant India
Chitra Agrawal
I love
the cover of this cookbook, like the name suggests it's vibrant and
enticing. It was this cover that first drew me in. Inside, the author
focuses on the food of Southern India, which is distinct from that of
the North, which many readers are probably more familiar with in the
form of creamy curries and meat dishes. The author goes into more
detail explaining the differences and the importance of the history
and culture in the development of southern cuisine, and how it
focuses more on vegetarian dishes.
While I
must admit, some of the recipes in the book seem a bit daunting to
me, and if I'm honest, there are quite a few things I would prefer to
eat in a restaurant, rather than try and attempt myself, I did find
some recipes that were easier to prepare. I loved the idea of peaches
in summer yogurt, for example, and the variations on yogurt raita as
well as some new ways to make lentils.
I like
that this book has some interesting recipes with unexpected
ingredients. For instance, Lemon Peanut Rice, is something I wouldn't
have expected, or Apple, Ginger Coconut Hand Pies. I think that is
what makes this book and Southern India food unique and worth a look,
especially for adventurous cooks who want to try something fresh and
healthy.
Thanks
to Blogging for Books for allowing me to read this book in exchange
for an honest review.
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