The 5 ingredients featured in each recipe include the meat, veg, pulses or dairy, the spices and the herbs. In addition to those 5, there are, of course, a few basic store cupboard ingredients, things we all have readily available, such as salt, pepper, cooking oil, chilli powder and sugar. And the key to achieving the flavour in many recipes … Read More
Perfect for busy cooks, it includes more than 80 recipes and 10 menu plans to help you recreate your favourite dishes at home. Whether you are a meat-eater or vegetarian, you will keep returning to this book for flavour-packed, creative and wholesome recipes. Easy Indian Vegetarian was inspired by my trip to India, especially to Gujarat, a state famous for … Read More
The whole concept of the now traditional British Friday night curry was totally new to me when I moved to the UK many years ago. Obviously growing up, we had Indian food every day, so to dedicate one evening to Indian food was novel. The food on Indian takeaway menus was also new to me, as most of the dishes were … Read More
A brand-new baking collection with over 80 delicious recipes that combine a love of home cooking with creative flavour twists. In this new collection, Chetna showcases delicious sweet and savoury bakes which have easy to find ingredients and simple to follow methods with a special flavour twist to make your bakes sing and shine. That could be a spice you … Read More
80 flavour-packed Indian recipes to make in 30 minutes or less Chetna Makan’s bestselling cookbooks combine her creative flavour twists with a love of simple Indian home cooking. Taking inspiration from the eclectic tastes of Indian cuisine, these tempting recipes can all be on the table and ready to eat in less than 30 minutes. Featuring traditional fast snacks, imaginative … Read More
My new book is out NOW!!!!
I am very excited to share with you guys that my new book Healthy Indian Vegetarian is out now.
We all know there is more to Indian food than just curries; it can also be really healthy, fresh and super delicious. ✋ Uninspired in the supermarket? @britishbakeoff’s @chetnamakan has some delicious, healthy and easy recipes from all around India. Best not to listen to this if you’re *very* hungry. 🎧 Listen on @BBCSounds: https://t.co/wV57S0WbF1 pic.twitter.com/sTiktdKiNZ — BBC Radio 2 … Read More
Chai, Chaat & Chutney has been chosen as one of the Best Books on Food for 2017 by The Guardian. The best books on food of 2017 https://t.co/WJmRO6ufQr — The Guardian (@guardian) 1 December 2017 I travelled to the four corners of India – Mumbai, Kolkata, Delhi and Chennai – sampling the varieties of street food on offer. Each area … Read More
My first book The Cardamom Trail. Discover rare but precious traditional bakes from India, as well as new spice-infused recipes. Delve into the history of Indian herbs and spices and learn how to match foods and flavours. I like to introduce colourful spices, aromatic herbs and other Indian ingredients into traditional Western baked favourites. Whether it’s a sponge cake with … Read More
