Synopses & Reviews
andlt;bandgt;The food of the Middle East is known for its diverse flavors and colors. Now you can enjoy all of these titillating meals in the comfort of your own home!andlt;/bandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt; Tess Mallos shows us how to produce delectable meals from the fascinating cultures of the Middle East, with recipes carefully tested and set out in easy to follow steps. Many of the dishes are illustrated, in 80 superb photographs.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt; This book provides a brilliant insight into the regional dishes of Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, Egypt and Syria and an invaluable introduction to some of the lesser known cuisines of other countries in the region: Afghanistan, Armenia, Cyprus, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt; The pages in this Middle Eastern Cookbook guide the reader through the vast scope of Middle Eastern food and#8212;recipes and photographs show how to use familiar foods in new and exciting ways, while the introduction to each chapter examines the food, lifestyle and cooking methods of each country, to explain exactly how to use the right ingredients in delicious, authentic dishes.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt; The recipes ensure that the traditional essence of each cuisine is preserved, while the instructions are given in the clearest and most accessible way for the modern cook, with guidance wherever necessary for the use of today's appliances. The basics of Middle Eastern cooking are carefully explained, and the glossary gives regional names and descriptions of a host of food and ingredients.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt; andlt;iandgt;The Complete Middle East Cookbookandlt;/iandgt; is a joy to read and use in the kitchen. A bestselling classic, it has been revised and enhanced with contemporary photographs, so that it will continue to delight all who seek to know and enjoy the rich and varied cuisines of the Middle East.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt; Recipes include: andlt;ulandgt;andlt;liandgt;Spanakopita (Spinach Pie) andlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;Koupepia (Stuffed Grape Vine Leaves) andlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;Patlicanli Pilav (Eggplant Pilaf) andlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;Samak Mashwi (Barbecued Fish With Dates) andlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;Kibbeh (Ground Lamb and Burghul) andlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;Nane Lavash (Wholemeal Flat Bread) andlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;Baklava (Almond and Cardamom Pastryandlt;/liandgt;andlt;/ulandgt;
Review
"Astonishing in its scope."—Craig Claibourne, the New York Times
Review
"A tasteful tour of the Middle East. Each country is introduced with a short history, and descriptions are given of typical cooking methods and ingredients. The food is beautifully photographed, and recipes are easy to follow."and#8212;andlt;iandgt;School Library Journalandlt;/iandgt;
Review
"Astonishing in its scope."and#8212;Craig Claibourne, the andlt;iandgt;New York Timesandlt;/iandgt;
Synopsis
Delectable meals from the Mediterranean islands, Armenia, Arabia, and Israel -- nineteen countries in all. Also provides an insight into the food, lifestyle, and cooking methods of each area.
Synopsis
The food of the Middle East is known for its diverse flavors and colors. Now you can enjoy all of these titillating meals in the comfort of your own home Tess Mallos shows us how to produce delectable meals from the fascinating cultures of the Middle East, with recipes carefully tested and set out in easy to follow steps. Many of the dishes are illustrated, in 80 superb photographs.
This book provides a brilliant insight into the regional dishes of Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, Egypt and Syria and an invaluable introduction to some of the lesser known cuisines of other countries in the region: Afghanistan, Armenia, Cyprus, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen.
The pages in this Middle Eastern Cookbook guide the reader through the vast scope of Middle Eastern food --recipes and photographs show how to use familiar foods in new and exciting ways, while the introduction to each chapter examines the food, lifestyle and cooking methods of each country, to explain exactly how to use the right ingredients in delicious, authentic dishes.
The recipes ensure that the traditional essence of each cuisine is preserved, while the instructions are given in the clearest and most accessible way for the modern cook, with guidance wherever necessary for the use of today's appliances. The basics of Middle Eastern cooking are carefully explained, and the glossary gives regional names and descriptions of a host of food and ingredients.
The Complete Middle East Cookbook is a joy to read and use in the kitchen. A bestselling classic, it has been revised and enhanced with contemporary photographs, so that it will continue to delight all who seek to know and enjoy the rich and varied cuisines of the Middle East.
Recipes include:
- Spanakopita (Spinach Pie)
- Koupepia (Stuffed Grape Vine Leaves)
- Patlicanli Pilav (Eggplant Pilaf)
- Samak Mashwi (Barbecued Fish With Dates)
- Kibbeh (Ground Lamb and Burghul)
- Nane Lavash (Wholemeal Flat Bread)
- Baklava (Almond and Cardamom Pastry
Synopsis
Tess Mallos shows how to produce delectable meals from the Mediterranean islands, Armenia, Arabia, and Israel--19 countries in all. The introduction to each chapter provides an insight into the food, lifestyle, and cooking methods of each area, and the book features 80 pages of full-color photos.
Synopsis
andlt;bandgt;Praise for the hardcover edition:andlt;/bandgt;andlt;BRandgt;"Astonishing in its scope."and#8212;andlt;Bandgt;Craig Claiborne, andlt;iandgt;The New York Timesandlt;/bandgt;andlt;/iandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;The cuisine of the Middle East has always had its devotees, and eating at Lebanese, Syrian, Turkish or Greek restaurants has delighted many people in recent years. But relatively few have tackled these dishes in their own kitchens. Now, with andlt;iandgt;The Complete Middle East Cookbookandlt;/iandgt;, anyone can produce delectable meals from the exotic worlds of Homer, Omar Khayyam and the Arabian Nights. Author Tess Mallos provides carefully tested recipes set out in easy-to-follow steps, with many of the dishes illustrated in eighty superb color photographs.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;Including regional dishes from Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, Egypt, Syria, Afghanistan, Cyprus and Kuwait, to name a few, this is the definitive book for anyone interested in Middle Eastern cooking.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;Recipes include:andlt;ulandgt;andlt;liandgt;Spanakopita (Spinach Pie)andlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;Koupepia (Stuffed Grape Vine Leaves)andlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;Patlicanli Pilav (Eggplant Pilaf)andlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;Samak Mashwi (Barbecued Fish With Dates)andlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;Kibbeh (Ground Lamb and Burghul)andlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;Nane Lavash (Wholemeal Flat Bread)andlt;/liandgt;andlt;liandgt;Baklava (Almond and Cardamom Pastryandlt;/liandgt;andlt;/ulandgt;
Synopsis
A food bible in the tradition of Joy of Cooking and How to Cook Everything
Synopsis
The cuisine of the Middle East has always had its devotees, and eating at Lebanese, Syrian, Turkish or Greek restaurants has delighted many people in recent years. But relatively few have tackled these dishes in their own kitchens. Now, with
The Complete Middle East Cookbook, anyone can produce delectable meals from the exotic worlds of Homer, Omar Khayyam and the Arabian Nights. Author Tess Mallos provides carefully tested recipes set out in easy-to-follow steps, with many of the dishes illustrated in eighty superb color photographs.
Including regional dishes from Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, Egypt, Syria, Afghanistan, Cyprus and Kuwait, to name a few, this is the definitive book for anyone interested in Middle Eastern cooking.
Praise for the hardcover edition:
"Astonishing in its scope."-Craig Claiborne, The New York Times
"A tasteful tour of the Middle East. Each country is introduced with a short history, and descriptions are given of typical cooking methods and ingredients. The food is beautifully photographed, and recipes are easy to follow."School Library Journal
About the Author
andlt;bandgt;Tess Mallosandlt;/bandgt; has worked for over 40 years in the food industry, and is the author of many successful books. She has traveled extensively in the Mediterranean and the Middle East, researching authentic local recipes.