Thali (The Times Bestseller)

Name: Thali (The Times Bestseller)
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A Joyful Celebration of Indian Home Cooking

By Maunika Gowardhan

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Summary

Thali explores the Indian dining tradition of enjoying a variety of dishes served together on a single platter, offering a vibrant introduction to the diverse flavours and textures of Indian cuisine. From beloved classics like Tadka Dal and Matar Paneer to unique choices such as Pomegranate Spiced Chicken and Konkani Jackfruit Stir-Fry, Maunika Gowardhan provides recipes that inspire both experimentation and mastery. The book concludes with a thali inspiration section presenting four regional thalis and menu suggestions to customise your meal, making Indian home-cooking joyful and creative.
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Ideal for food enthusiasts eager to explore the rich culinary heritage of India, from beginners seeking approachable recipes to seasoned cooks looking for inspiration in assembling regional thalis.

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A stunning celebration of regional Indian food for the home cook.

Description

The word Thali refers to the way meals are eaten in India, where a mixed selection of delicious dishes are served together on one platter. They offer a wonderful way to experiment with Indian flavours and dishes and to discover the rich and diverse range of this cuisine.

From familiar and classic Indian dishes like Tadka Dal and Matar Paneer, alongside less familiar ones such as Pomegranate Spiced Chicken and Konkani Jackfruit Stir-Fry, these recipes will encourage you to explore the varied and vibrant range of food, flavours, and textures across the Indian subcontinent, and give you the confidence and skill to create your own perfect thali.

Featuring a thali inspiration section at the end which showcases four stunning regional thalis to recreate at home, as well as menu ideas to help you mix and match recipes as you like, Thali is a joyful and creative approach to Indian home-cooking that will excite and inspire.

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Praised by Diana Henry for recipes that not only read enticingly but also deliver excellent results, Thali has won acclaim for its ability to excite and inspire home cooks.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781784884581

Publisher: Hardie Grant Books (UK)

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 11 November 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hardie Grant Books (UK)

Illustration: Full colour photography throughout

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 197.0mm

Height: 256.0mm

Weight: 954g

Pages: 224

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About the Author

Maunika Gowardhan is an Indian chef and author. Born and raised in Mumbai, India she is now based in the UK. She regularly contributes to a number of publications including, BBC Olive Magazine, BBC Food, Sunday Times, Telegraph and is the contributing editor for Vogue India where she shares all the latest on the global Indian food scene.

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