Ghillie Basan

200 easy-to-make recipes for tagines and other Moroccan-style dishes

This title presents traditional food and cooking in 25 authentic dishes. You can explore the rich and vibrant food of the Lebanon, one of the most exquisite cuisines of the world. It includes traditional dishes such as Falafel, Fattoush and Kibbeh, as well as less well known, but equally delicious, recipes such as Stuffed Apricots with Rice, Baked Red Cabbage with Quince, Roasted Fish with Orange and Lime, plus delectable desserts such as sweet turmeric cakes. The introduction offers a fascinating overview of Lebanese cooking and eating traditions plus a guide to the main ingredients of the country. This classic recipe collection includes a fabulous array of mezes, hot and sizzling main courses, a rich variety of vegetable dishes, and tempting sweetmeats and desserts. Nutritional information for every recipe is given. It is illustrated with wonderful photographs of practical steps and final dishes. Lebanon is world-renowned for its exotic and complex cuisine. The culture is ancient, absorbing influences throughout its history of invasion and foreign rule, all of which have contributed to a cuisine rich in variety and taste. This beautiful little book aims to capture the essence of Lebanese food and introduce the reader to a world of succulently roasted fish and meat, vibrant vegetables and salads, and irresistible desserts and sweets. It is the perfect introduction to anyone wishing to experience classic Middle Eastern cooking at its best.

This is the ultimate guide to four exotic cuisines, their customs, ingredients and recipes. It includes a fascinating introduction to the geography and climate, history, culinary traditions and regional dishes of Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and the Philippines. It presents more than 340 delicious and aromatic recipes, each accompanied by a photograph of the finished dish. It features Malaysian delights such as Malay Bee Hoon and Malay Cockle Curry, fiery Singaporean dishes such as Perak Sour Laksa and Singapore Chilli Crab; the fragrant Indonesian specialities Spicy Corn Patties and Marinated Duck; and Filipino classics including Twice-Cooked Lapu Lapu and Soused Fish with Bitter Melon. Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and the Philippines produce some of the most exciting and popular food in the world. Each country has its own style of cooking, but they all share an emphasis on using fresh seasonal ingredients. This volume explores the history, culture, customs, feasts and festivals of these South-east Asian countries and brings together a wonderful selection of fragrant and aromatic dishes that are easy to make. With more than 340 mouthwatering recipes from every region and beautifully illustrated throughout with over 1400 step-by-step photographs, you will never be short of inspiration.

This title helps you discover the secrets of a culinary tradition characterized by subtle scents, delicate tastes and elegant presentation. It offers full of tempting recipes that draw on the herbs and spices of the souk, the fresh ingredients of the countryside, and the traditions of the Moroccan kitchen. You can enjoy Casablancan Couscous with Roasted Summer Vegetables, Tagine of Lamb with Crunchy Country Salad, Sauteed Herb Salad with Chilli and Preserved Lemon, and Burnt Mulhalbia with Rose-Petal Jam. This beautifully photographed book is full of recipes that evoke the glorious tastes and textures of traditional Moroccan cooking - its exciting use of ingredients, its sweet and spicy combinations, its careful use of petals and flower waters - and places them in a modern context. You can discover tagines of chicken or lamb, enhanced by preserved lemons, prunes and olives. You can enjoy fresh, tangy salads such as Artichoke Hearts with Ginger and Honey, and delectable snacks such as Mini Saffron Fish Cakes. It includes drinks and rich desserts, such as Sweet Couscous with Rose-scented Fruit Compote. Every recipe is clearly explained, and an introduction describes all the ingredients and cooking techniques. Moroccans are well known for their love of wonderful food and generous hospitality, and this book will provide all the inspiration you need to follow their example.

This book covers traditions, ingredients, tastes, and techniques. You can discover a mouthwateringly classic cuisine with a collection of 75 authentic recipes. You can explore a creative fusion of regional recipes from the shimmering coastlines of the Mediterranean and Aegean seas to the rural regions of Anatolia, together with the ever-evolving cooking of Istanbul. From simple meze to heavenly-scented Turkish Delight, explore a vibrant cuisine that mixes an enviable range of herbs and spices with dairy produce, fruit and vegetables, meat, fish and shellfish. The tantalizing collection of recipes includes traditional dishes such as Baked Anatolian Humus with Pine Nuts, Ottoman Artichokes Poached with Lemon and Dill, Spicy Adana Kebabs and Rose-petal Sorbet. It includes more than 300 specially commissioned beautiful and evocative photographs. This wonderful collection of recipes evokes the tastes and textures of traditional Turkish cooking - its exciting use of herbs and spices with sweet and salty combinations - and places them in a modern context. Dishes range from easy meze and salads to ideas for stylish entertaining, including soups, healthy vegetarian dishes, fresh fish, succulent meat and poultry recipes, and a tempting selection of desserts and jams. You can discover recipes such as Muhammara, a spicy walnut dip; enjoy a fragrant sour cherry pilaf try a succulent Anatolian spiced rabbit stew or chicken casserole. Drinks and rich, creamy desserts such as Poached Apricots Filled with Buffalo Cream or Sutlac - the best ever rice pudding - are also included. The Turks are well known for their lavish hospitality - and this sumptuous book will provide all the inspiration you need to follow their example.

This title deals with traditions, techniques, and 80 classic dishes. It is an authentic collection of 80 delicious recipes that represent the best of Malaysian and Singaporean cooking - all shown in over 300 stunning photographs. It features an introduction to this exotic cuisine, which blends Malay, Indian and Chinese traditions, and offers a comprehensive guide to unusual ingredients. It contains chapters on spicy soups, mouthwatering appetizers, pungent meat and poultry dishes, quick-and-easy rice and noodles, and refreshing desserts. You can try fabulous and authentic recipes like Steamed Fish Nonya-style, Sarawak Goat Curry, snacks such as Popiah, soups such as Laksa and tempting desserts like Mashed and Fried Banana Fritters. The cuisines of Malaysia and Singapore are influenced by their wonderfully multicultural populations, resulting in many unique gastronomical delights. This is reflected in the immense variety of dishes found throughout the region, with a heady mixture of herbs and spices, sometimes pungent, sometimes hot, but always in perfect harmony. In this book you'll find an exciting collection of recipes that brings together the sweet spices and fiery tastes that define the food. All the classics are included, from Pork Satay with Piquant Pineapple Sauce to pungent Devil's Curry and Rendang, as well as unusual and exciting recipes like Roasted Coconut Ice Cream. In this vibrant guide to Malaysian and Singaporean food, the carefully researched and tested recipes promise delicious treats that will be enjoyed again and again.

This title features over 60 step-by-step recipes in 250 photographs. You can discover the secrets of Vietnamese cooking in 60 fresh and fragrant recipes. It contains deliciously authentic recipes from all over Vietnam, including Hanoi Fried Fish with Dill, Baked Stuffed Crab Shells, Garlic-roasted Quails with Honey, and Star Anise Ice Cream. It is beautifully illustrated with over 280 photographs, including easy-to-follow steps and a glorious picture of every finished recipe. It includes a fascinating introduction to the cuisine and culture of Vietnam, from bustling markets stacked with fresh produce to food etiquette and manners. With a whole host of mouthwatering dishes, from soups and noodles to vegetable dishes and sweet snacks, this book will help you explore the essence of Vietnamese culinary tradition. With a predominance of rice, noodles, wheat, beans, fresh vegetables and herbs, and minimum oil, Vietnamese is undoubtedly one of the healthiest cuisines of the world. Varied textures and exotic ingredients provide a range of fragrant delights for the contemporary kitchen. A fact-packed introduction offers a fascinating overview of the cuisine, with a focus on regional variations. The recipe section is the heart of the book, and it contains chapters on soups and snacks; fish and shellfish; meat and poultry; rice and noodles; vegetables, salads, pickles and sauces; and sweet snacks and drinks. There are over 60 tantalizing recipes from all regions of Vietnam, all shown with step-by-step photographs, which make it simple to achieve great results. For anyone wanting to sample these fresh and fragrant tastes, this book will be an inspiring addition to the kitchen shelf.

This book helps you discover the secrets of this fresh, fragrant and delicate food, with its South-east Asian and French fusion. You can explore the rivers and deltas of Vietnam, the bustling markets of Saigon and Hanoi, and the celebrations and rich traditions that pervade everyday life. You can enjoy classic street food, such as Singapore noodles and Vietnamese spring rolls, delicious main dishes such as Saigon shellfish curry, or one of the sumptuous sweets, such as coconut sorbet or Vietnamese fried bananas. Vietnamese cuisine is one of the jewels of South-east Asia, with a style of cooking that is a wonderful blend of Chinese and Asian ingredients and the traditions of classic French food. With more than 75 authentic recipes - from the national beef noodle soup, pho, which is eaten morning, noon and night, to pork pate spread on warm baguettes and drizzled with nuoc cham - this book gives you the opportunity to recreate a taste of Vietnam in your own kitchen. Make classic street food or sophisticated main meals, or try any one of the delectable sweet snacks that are enjoyed throughout Vietnam. This beautifully written, stunningly photographed book captures the real taste of Vietnam, and is irresistible for anyone who loves good food.

This title features classic Filipino recipes, made easy with 70 authentic traditional dishes, shown step-by-step in 400 beautiful photographs. It offers a sensational collection of traditional and exotic recipes that captures the essence of the cuisine. It also features a concise introduction about life in the Philippines, with information about the region, the geography, festivals, history and culinary traditions. Each easy-to-follow recipe is illustrated with a beautiful picture of the finished dish, as well as step-by-step instructions to ensure perfect results are achieved every time. Complete nutritional information is provided for every recipe, as well as cook's tips and variations. The main section of this book features a collection of over 70 classic and popular recipes. All the classics are included and there are also some wonderful sweet snacks and bakes to try too. More than 400 color photographs illustrate how each dish is made, as well as showing the beautiful final result. Full nutritional information provides an at-a-glance dietary reference, and there are many suggestions for variations as well as cook's tips. If you want to learn more about the cuisine of the Philippines and find out how to make some wonderful dishes using easy-to-follow instructions, and sample the aromatic and fragrant flavours that typify this fabulous food, then this is the perfect choice for you.

(See 9780754835158 for new expanded hardback edition!) This title provides an exciting guide to Turkish cuisine, including Vegetable Dishes, Beans, Peas, Lentils and Pilaffs, Fish and Shellfish, Meat and Poultry and Desserts. It features more than 75 delicious step-by-step recipes, from world-famous dishes such as Peppers Stuffed with Aromatic Rice, Lamb Sis Kebab or Festive Semolina Helva with Pine Nuts, to more unusual treats like Veiled Pilaff, Spicy Rabbit Stew with Shallots and Figs or Ottoman Milk Pudding. It includes a comprehensive visual guide to Turkish ingredients, and detailed instructions for essential preparation and cooking techniques. Cook's tips, variations and complete nutritional information are provided throughout. Opening with a fascinating introduction to the rich culinary history, culture and traditions of the Turkish people, Ghillie Basan describes how years of war and migration have helped to shape the modern cuisine, from early nomadic Anatolian tribal practices through the dazzling Ottoman period to the modern table. Then follows a comprehensive guide to the equipment, ingredients and techniques used in the Turkish kitchen, including step-by-step sequences to explain the processes clearly. Beautifully illustrated with more than 450 photographs, and complete with nutritional notes, cook's tips and variations, this stunning book provides a tantalizing insight to an ancient and diverse cuisine.

Tagines are the rich and aromatic casseroles that form the basis of traditional Moroccan cooking. These hearty one-pot meals, flavored with fragrant spices, are cooked and served from an elegant, specially designed cooking vessel, also called a tagine. In Ghillie Basan's collection of deliciously authentic recipes you will find some of the best-loved classics of the Moroccan kitchen, such as the sumptuous Lamb Tagine with Dates, Almonds, and Pistachios, and the tangy Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemon, Green Olives, and Thyme. Also included are less traditional but equally delicious recipes for beef and fish--try Beef Tagine with Sweet Potatoes, Peas, and Ginger or a tagine of Monkfish, Potatoes, Tomatoes, and Black Olives. Substantial vegetable tagines include Baby Eggplant with Cilantro and Mint, and Butternut Squash, Shallots, Golden Raisins, and Almonds. Recipes for variations on couscous, the classic accompaniment to tagines, are also given, plus plenty of ideas for fresh-tasting salads and vegetable sides to serve alongside and complete your Moroccan-style feast.

Over 60 authentic classic recipes from an undiscovered cuisine, shown step-by-step in over 300 stunning photographs An illustrated practical introduction to using ingredients, equipment and techniques