From Gujarat With Love: 100 Authentic Indian Vegetarian and Vegan Recipes

Gujarati cuisine is traditionally boiled, baked, steamed, or stir-fried, creating light and healthy meals that are still packed with flavor. This cookbook explores authentic cuisine from the west coast of India, with recipes adopting the region's explosive combination of sweet, spicy, and sour flavors. Featuring easy recipes for classic small plates, popular street food, and everything in between, from bite-sized appetisers and filling dals to classic curries, decadent desserts, and refreshing beverages. Vina Patel has made her recipes accessible for home-cooks everywhere, including prep and cook times, and any relevant dietary requirements.

Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 26 October 2021
Publisher: Pavilion Books

Gujarati cuisine, renowned for its simplicity and healthfulness, offers a wide array of cooking techniques to create delectable and nutritious meals. From boiling, baking, steaming, and stir-frying, Gujarati chefs skillfully craft dishes that are not only light on the palate but also packed with vibrant flavors. This cookbook delves into the authentic cuisine of the west coast of India, showcasing a unique blend of sweet, spicy, and sour flavors that characterize Gujarati cuisine.

In contrast to the heavier curries and deep-fried foods often associated with Indian cuisine, "From Gujarat With Love" offers a fresh perspective on cooking that is suitable for vegans, vegetarians, and individuals who seek meat-free meal options. With an emphasis on easy recipes for classic small plates, popular street food, and everything in between, this cookbook provides home cooks with a comprehensive guide to Gujarati cooking. From bite-sized appetizers and filling dals to classic curries, decadent desserts, and refreshing beverages, there is a recipe for every palate and occasion.

Author Vina Patel has made her recipes accessible to home cooks of all skill levels, including detailed prep and cook times and any relevant dietary requirements for each recipe. The book is organized into chapters covering chutneys and condiments, salads and raitas, appetizers, dals and soups, curries, breads, rice and khichdi, drinks, and desserts.

The recipes featured in "From Gujarat With Love" are a testament to the region's culinary heritage. From Spicy Pea Croquettes to Curry Cashew Masala, Smoky Aubergine Curry to Green Chickpea Salad, Spinach Chaat to Thin Layered Roti, and Kheer with Cherries, these dishes showcase the rich and diverse flavors of Gujarati cuisine. Each recipe is accompanied by stunning photographs by world-renowned food photographer Jonathan Lovekin, who captures the vibrant and colorful essence of Gujarati dishes.

In addition to the mouthwatering recipes, "From Gujarat With Love" offers a captivating journey through the land of Gujarat. The book includes atmospheric photographs of Gujarat that transport the reader to the heart of this vibrant region. Coupled with compelling stories from Gujarat, the book provides a deeper understanding of the culture and traditions that shape Gujarati cuisine.

Whether you are a seasoned chef or a novice cook, "From Gujarat With Love" is a must-have cookbook for anyone who desires to explore the flavors and techniques of authentic Gujarati cuisine. With its easy-to-follow recipes, stunning photographs, and cultural insights, this book offers a new and exciting perspective on cooking that is suitable for vegans, vegetarians, and anyone who appreciates the beauty of plant-based cuisine.

Weight: 924g
Dimension: 236 x 301 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781911663867