Indian Cooking for Dummies

Craft incredible curries (and more)--no sweat The rich, fragrant cuisine of India is yours for the making. Voyage through the foothills of the Himalayas, the coastlines of Konkan, and everywhere in between, sampling the regional specialties without leaving your kitchen. Shop for tamarind, fenugreek, and other Indian must-haves. Then use authentic techniques to whip them up into satisfying meat, fish, and vegetable dishes. Make all your favorites (palak paneer, anyone?), plus dozens of lesser-known but no-less-delicious recipes, regardless of your cooking know-how. Inside... Essential tools every Indian kitchen needs Basic techniques for authentic tasteAyurvedic dietary wisdomPrep-ahead and freezer meal ideas to cut down on cooking timeMains and sides for any skill levelHints for tracking down those hard-to-find exotic ingredients