Synopses & Reviews
Sure to imbue any reader with a sharper perception of all Asian culinary practices, this compendium of recipes embraces a geographical sweep of countries, with chapters grouping the Asian regions that share common culinary threads. They are as follows: China; Japan and Korea; India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka; the five countries of IndochinaThailand, Kampuchea, Laos, Burma, and Vietnam; and the three Southeast Asian countries of Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia. More than 100 authentic recipes from the author's culinary trove include gems from internationally known chefs such as Ken Hom, Sri Owen, Alan Davidson, Fuchsia Dunlop, and Emi Kazuko, among others. Also gathered here are illuminating nuggets of information on the cultural and culinary evolution of these countries. Readers will learn about traditional methods using rustic tools and techniques, the semantics of Asian cuisine, and the effective use of modern tools in the preparation of Asian dishes.
Synopsis
The success and longevity of TV shows like Yan Can Cook and Iron Chef as well as the recent explosion of Asian restaurants across the U.S. attests to the Western fascination with Asian food and cooking. This encyclopedic guide to the tools and tableware indigenous to Asia also covers key cooking methods and 80 delicious recipes from China, Japan, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Korea, and Laos. Four-page gatefolds illustrate over 100 pieces of essential equipment, and clear, step-by-step photographs guide readers through more than 20 cooking techniques.
Synopsis
This encyclopedic guide to the tools and tableware indigenous to Asia also covers key cooking methods and 80 delicious recipes from China, Japan, India, Thailand, and Laos. Four-page gatefolds illustrate 100 pieces of equipment, and clear, step-by-step photos guide readers through more than 20 cooking techniques.
About the Author
Terry Tan is a leading cooking teacher, consultant, and historian who writes and broadcasts regularly on Asian food and cooking. His previous titles include Cooking with Chinese Herbs, Shiok!: Exciting Tropical Asian Flavors, Stir-Fried and Not Shaken, and The Thai Table.