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This book is at once an exploration, a celebration, and a littleknown tale of unity. It presents 150 delicious vegetarian dishes that together trace a fascinating story of culinary linkage. As renowned cookbook writer and teacher Najmieh Batmanglij explains, all have their origins along the ancient network of trade routes known as the Silk Road, stretching from China in the east to the Mediterranean in the west. On this highway moved not just trade goods but also ideas, customs, tastes and such basics of life as cooking ingredients. The result was the connecting and enrichment of dozens of cuisines. In Silk Road Cooking: A Vegetarian Journey, Najmieh Batmanglij recounts that process and brings it into the modern kitchen in the form of recipes that are venturesome and yet within reach of any cook. They are intended for vegetarian, partialvegetarian and nonvegetarian alikeanyone who is looking for balanced, unusual and exceptionally tasty dishes. The book offers a wealth of information derived from the author s extensive research and her travels along the Silk Road during the past 30 years. She complements the recipes with stories, pictures, histories of ingredients, and words of wisdom from her favorite poets and writers of the region. The scope of her culinary journey of discovery is vastfrom Xian in China, to Samarkand in presentday Uzbekistan, to Isfahan in Iran, to Istanbul in Turkey, and to the westernmost terminus of the ancient trade routes in Italy. Her recipes all of them personal favorites include such exotic yet simple fare as Sichuan Crispy Cucumber Pickles; Afghan Boulani, a savory pastry stuffed with garlic chives; Persian Pomegranate and Walnut Salad; Kermani Pistachio and Saffron Polow with Rose Petals; Chinese Hot and Sour Tofu Noodle Soup; Turkish Almond and Rice Flour Pudding; Uzbek Candied Quince with Walnuts; and Sicilian Sour Cherry Crostata. Fortunately, all the ingredients for these recipes can be obtained at local supermarkets and farmers markets. In recent years America has become a kind of modern Silk Road, where wonderful ingredients from all over the world are available to everyone.Contents Introduction: A Traveler s Tale; The Era of Caravans; New Foods East & West.Toward a Silk Road Cuisine: Salads; Soups; Eggs; Rice; Fruit & Vegetable Braise; Pasta, Pizza & Bread; Pastries, Desserts & Candies; Teas, Coffee & Sherbets; Preserves, Pickles & Spices.Silk Road Glossary & Resource;Credits & Acknowledgments.Index
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- Q: What type of cuisine does 'Silk Road Cooking: A Vegetarian Journey' focus on? A: This cookbook focuses on Middle Eastern cuisine, showcasing vegetarian dishes inspired by the ancient trade routes of the Silk Road.
- Q: How many recipes are included in the book? A: The book contains 150 delicious vegetarian recipes that highlight the culinary connections along the Silk Road.
- Q: Is this book suitable for non-vegetarians? A: Yes, the recipes are designed for everyone, including vegetarians, partial-vegetarians, and non-vegetarians, offering balanced and tasty dishes.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The book is classified as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it has been previously owned but remains in a satisfactory state for reading.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Silk Road Cooking: A Vegetarian Journey'? A: The author is Najmieh Batmanglij, a renowned cookbook writer and teacher with extensive knowledge of the cuisines along the Silk Road.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on November 5, 2008.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Can the ingredients for the recipes be easily found? A: Yes, all the ingredients for the recipes can typically be found at local supermarkets and farmers markets.
- Q: What additional content does the book provide beyond recipes? A: In addition to recipes, the book offers stories, pictures, histories of ingredients, and insights from poets and writers of the Silk Road region.
- Q: How many pages does 'Silk Road Cooking: A Vegetarian Journey' have? A: The book consists of 328 pages.