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Books – Food – Asian
Books 1 to 20 of 44 – Asian
The Complete Asian Salads by Lee Geok Boi
Paperback, 224 pp, $39.95. Buy
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Rick Stein’s Far Eastern Odyssey by Rick Stein
Rick Stein’s Far Eastern Odyssey is an ambitious journey, avoiding the beaten track and tourist hot-spots, in search of the authentic food of Southeast Asia. In this accompanying book to the major BBC series, Rick shares his favourite recipes and some well-known classic dishes inspired by the fragrant ingredients and recipes he sampled from local chefs, family-run restaurants, street vendors and market stalls. In Cambodia, Rick learns how to make a national dish Samlor kako, a stir-fried pork and vegetable soup flavoured with an array of spices in Vietnam he is shown the best recipe for Pho Bo, a Vietnamese beef noodle soup and, in Thailand, Rick tries Geng Leuong Sai Gung Lai Sai Bua, a yellow curry made with prawns and lotus shoots that y
, 320 pp, $69.95. Buy
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Asian Rice
Paperback, 80 pp, $4.95. Buy
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Asian by Jody Vasello
This work covers 80 of the most popular recipes from the Asian kitchen taken from Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese, and Indonesian cuisines. The book includes an exhaustive glossary of the ingredients and of the techniques with easy to identify pictures of all the Asian ingredients. It helps you learn how to cook all the favourites from spring rolls to prawn toast, sushi, wok dishes, and the perfect sticky rice
Paperback, 224 pp, $35.00. Buy
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Balance and Harmony by Neil Perry
In Balance and Harmony, Neil Perry revels in his love for Asian cooking: the great flavor, the contrasts in tastes and textures, and the way that just about anything can be cooked with a wok and a bamboo steamer. The book is set out in the style of a cooking school by the Rockpool master chef, progressing from the easiest steamed, stir-fried, braised and deep-fried dishes, to more challenging and intricate plates as the reader gains confidence and knowledge. Ultimately, Asian food celebrates the ethos of the shared table, and that is the theme of Balance and Harmony – the book is beautifully punctuated by a series of banquet ideas, ranging from the simplest to the most gloriously memorable
, 400 pp, $125.00. Buy
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Ricelands by Michael Freeman
Pad thai, pho soup, bao: the cuisines of South East Asia have ardent enthusiasts far beyond their native lands, and are now among the most consumed dishes in the world. But the familiar take-away menus and thriving specialist shops rest atop a compelling history of food, culture and modernity, which award-winning photographer and writer Michael Freeman explores in this comprehensive and beautifully illustrated guide to South-East Asian cuisine. Ricelands takes the reader on a colourful and engaging tour through the richly layered food cultures of the region.Travelling across the landscapes of Thailand, Vietnam, Burma, Cambodia, Malaysia, Laos, Indonesia and the Philippines, Freeman explores the origins and defining characteristics of their
Paperback, 176 pp, $53.95. Buy
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The Complete Book of Modern Asian Cooking
The ultimate compendium of Asian food, this is the follow up to the best-selling cookbook, THE COMPLETE BOOK OF MODERN CLASSICS. Modern Asian is the food we eat now delicious little morsels to serve as finger food at parties, light piquant starters, some of which can also be served as lunch dishes. Main courses made from seafood, lean meat, chicken and duck, noodles and vegetables. Delicious side dishes which you can eat with non-Asian meals, and some wonderful desserts. Each chapter contains a ‘star’ recipe the one that has become so popular it’s now almost mainstream. It’s a beautiful book with recipes that will convert you to modern Asian food
Paperback, 496 pp, $49.95. Buy
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Wild, Wild East by Bobby Chinn
Bobby describes Vietnamese food as being as near to Nirvana as he can imagine – fresh clean flavours, light and healthy and incredibly diverse. From simple Grilled Chicken Wings to Imperial Spring Rolls and his own fusion-style dishes this is not just a recipe book but an authentic guide to Vietnamese food as it is eaten today. Special photography by award-winning photographer Jason Lowe and stories about every dish related by Bobby (ex-standup comedian being one of his former lives) make this a true culinary tour. Read about his first experiences of running a kitchen, how he found out the recipe for the secret sauce for grilled chicken and his off the wall tales of the more unusual food and ingredients.
Hardback, 224 pp, $59.99. Buy
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The Food and Cooking of Indonesia and the Philippines by Ghillie Basan and Vilma Laus
This stunning new book features 80 authentic recipes that are all easy to make in the Western kitchen. Starting with a section of classic recipes for traditional sauces and pastes and special instructions for all the regional ingredients and techniques, the
book then offers a wide range of delicious dishes, ranging from soups, stews and street snacks to fish, meat and poultry dishes, as well as delectable sweet
snacks and drinks. With more than 350 beautiful, specially commissioned photographs, this evocative and inspiring book contains everything you will ever
need to know about Indonesian and Filipino food and cooking, and is a must for anyone who wants to explore new cuisines and produce delectable food.
Paperback, 160 pp, $45.00. Buy
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50 No-fat Low-fat Asian Recipes by Maggie Pannell and Jenni Fleetwood
With more than 250 beautiful photographs, clear step-by-step guides, cook’s tips, variations, detailed nutritional information for each recipe and an easy-to-use key to the fat content of each dish, this is a complete reference guide for anybody interested in healthy, sustainable and effective weight loss while enjoying one of the tastiest and most exciting and stimulating cuisines in the world.
Paperback, 96 pp, $23.95. Buy
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100 Stir-fries and Quick Curries; Spicy and Aromatic Dishes from Asia and the Far East, Shown Step-by-step in More Than 300 Sizzling Photographs by Jenni Fleetwood
This book presents over 100 recipes collated from a
range of culinary traditions. Here are rich flavours,
enticing spices, and tangy taste combinations for
everyone to enjoy, whether it is the sweet coconut
curries of southern India, or the fiery bursts of taste
supplied by hot Thai stir-fries. Every recipe is
tested and photographed in step-by-step sequence,
with a picture of the finished dish, and a full
nutritional breakdown. The ingredients lists and
instructions are clear and simple to use and
guarantee successful results every time even for the
less experienced cook.
Paperback, 128 pp, $24.95. Buy
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The MediterrAsian Way: A Cookbook and Guide to Health, Weight Loss, and Longevity by Richard T. Watson and Trudy Thelander
Would you like to become lean and healthy, reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer, and live longer? This cookbook and guide shows you how easy it is to embrace the MediterrAsian way
, 314 pp, $34.95. Buy
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70 Simple Noodle Recipes; Deliciously Quick and Easy Dishes from China, Japan and South-East Asia, Shown Step-by-step in 250 Colour Photographs by Kit Chan
Features over 70 recipes, all shown step-by-step in more than 240 colour photographs. This book includes traditional dishes such as Vietnamese Spring Rolls with Nuoc Cham Sauce, Chilled Soba Noodles with Nori, Seafood Wontons with Coriander Dressing, Egg Fried Noodles and Spicy Szechuan Noodles
Paperback, 96 pp, $12.95. Buy
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Bengali Cooking; Seasons and Festivals, 2nd Revised Edition by Chitrita Banerji
Features recipes from Bangladesh and West Bengal in India
Paperback, 208 pp, $24.95. Buy
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Cradle of Flavor; Home Cooking from the Spice Islands of Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore by James Oseland
Presents the Nyonya dishes of Singapore and Malaysia, the fiery specialties of West Sumatra and the spicy-aromatic stews of Java. This title includes recipes, a glossary (illustrated in colour) of the ingredients you need to make the dishes, as well as the information on how to buy them
, 352 pp, $42.95. Buy
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Curry; Fragrant Dishes from India, Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia by Vivek Singh
, $53.95. Buy
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Asian Cooking for Beginners by Kristin Enkvetchakul
Collects classics of Asian cooking from China, Japan, Thailand, Korea, and elsewhere, and presents the recipes. Including information on locating ingredients and on different ingredient brands, this book serves as an introduction for the lovers of Asian cooking
Paperback, 155 pp, $12.95. Buy
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“Slimming World’s” Curry Feast
Takes in dishes from across India, Thailand, and Malaysia, with dishes both sweet and spicy, fresh and fragrant, and delicious and decadent. Whether you want a simple one-dish supper at home, or a feast for family friends, this selection of tasty recipes aims to make for the perfect meal.
Hardback, 224 pp, $49.95. Buy
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Food And Cooking Of Vietnam And Cambodia by Ghillie Basan
The comprehensive visual guide to Vietnamese and Cambodian cooking ingredients and techniques presents descriptions and photographs of all the key ingredients, including exotic fruits, vegetables, spices, as well as tips on buying, storing and preparation. With more than 150 classic dishes, Ghillie Basan brings authentic South-east Asian cooking to the Western kitchen.
This beautifully written, stunningly photographed book captures the real taste of Indo-China and is irresistible for the adventurous cook who loves exploring new flavours.