One of the most popular cuisines in the world, there is more toIndian cookery than curries, and this is the book to bring itswonderful tastes and aromas into your kitchen. So ditch thejars of ready-made sauces and say goodbye to metal take-away trays, the Easy Indian Cookbook will get you started making delicious, authentic Indian food. Taking you step by step through each recipe, this book will soon give you mastery of this colourful and exotic cuisine. Part 1 introduces you to the world of Indian cooking, explaining the ingredients, equipment, methods and basic preparations such as spices, pulses and rice. Part 2 - the Recipes - focuses on different cooking methods, giving recipes for starters and snacks, light and main meals, and simple yet exotic desserts. Part 3 gives you a cross-referenced collection of Meal Plans, showing mouthwatering ideas for lunches and dinners, whetheryou want a warming curry to see you through a chilly winterevening or a sumptuous feast for friends and family. Withstunning photography throughout, the Easy Indian Cookbook is the essential one-stop culinary guide for beginners.