The Chutney Life: 100 Easy-to-Make Indian-Inspired Recipes

From Palak Patel, the founder of the hugely popular of lifestyle brand and blog, The Chutney Life, comes a collection of Indian-American recipes for fresh, flavorful, healthy meals every day of the week! On her blog, The Chutney Life, Palak Patel breaks down the intricacies of Indian cooking into accessible recipes for all home cooks. From the importance of a good tadkaa means through which whole spices are tempered in oil to increase their flavor profileto countless easy hacks such as upgrading a classic can of Campbells Tomato Soup with a little ginger, garlic, and coriander, these recipes are fresh, inventive, and irresistible. With Patels signature snacksspreading lasan ni chutney (a spicy spread made by pounding together fresh garlic cloves and chili powder in a mortar and pestle) inside of a quesadilla or adding just a touch of cumin and coriander powder to cream of cauliflower soupyoull never get bored or see the same old stuff. The 100 easy-to-make recipes in this cookbook not only celebrate the Indian food Patel grew up eating but also the loving hands that made that food. Filled with anecdotes, love notes to Patels favorite kitchen tools, and many time-saving tips, Patels recipes find inspiration in resourcefulness. Busy moms and curious cooks alike will find new, exciting flavors here, inspired by souvenirs of Patels travels, makeovers of classics, and Indian remakes of favorites, including: Coconut Shrimp Po Boys with Panang Curry Remoulade; Crispy Barbecue Chicken Keema Tacos; Masala Pot Pies covered in beautiful delicious golden puff pastry; and secret recipes for Patels unbeatable chutneys. By embracing the magic that happens when flavors transcend continents and cultures, The Chutney Life finds the perfect balance in Indian-American cooking. Includes Color Images