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Plant-Based India

Nourishing Recipes Rooted in Tradition

by Sheil Shukla
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JAMES BEARD AWARD NOMINEE • Physician and Plant Based Artist creator Dr. Sheil Shukla celebrates Indian cuisine with 100 stunningly photographed vegan recipes that utilize fresh, healthy produce to capture the indelible flavors of India

"This is wholesome, exciting cooking that just so happens to not include animal products. You won't miss them."—The New York Times, A Best Cookbook of 2022

"Cinematically lit, larger-than-life images will have you eating with your eyes long before the dal hits the pan."—NPR Books We Love

India is home to a vibrant tapestry of culinary traditions—and to more vegetarians than anywhere else in the world. It's also where Dr. Sheil Shukla learned to love traditional Gujarati fare, cooking alongside his adored ba (grandmother) over summers in Mumbai.

During his medical training, Dr. Shukla discovered the power of plant-based nutrition to prevent and manage chronic illness—and so began his mission to reinvent the classic vegetarian dishes of his heritage.

Plant-Based India presents over 100 completely vegan recipes for shak (spiced vegetable dishes), dal (legume stews), rotli (flatbreads), bhat (rice dishes), and more. From a comforting Palak Tofu that transcends dairy-based paneer, to vegan Nan, festive Navratan Rice, hearty Dal Makhani, and summery Chocolate Chai Mousse with Berries, these are recipes from the heart—filled with nourishing ingredients at their seasonal best.

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    August 2, 2022

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      • ISBN: 9781615198542

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      • ISBN: 9781615198542
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    • English

  • Reviews

    • Booklist

      May 1, 2022
      Physician and food blogger Shukla skillfully upends traditionally dairy-rich Northern Indian cooking with this collection of plant-based dishes. Blending the cooking rituals of his family's native Gujarāt province with American tastes, he showcases everything from gravies (curries) and dals to roti (flatbreads) and mithāi (desserts), emphasizing good nutrition and satisfaction with each bite. Dābeli crostini and green-pea kachori toasts exemplify fusion cuisine, while more widely recognizable dishes like tikka and mattar feature tofu and nondairy yogurts or cashews in lieu of dairy. Bright, neatly styled photographs make dishes pop, providing a strong visual reference for nearly every plate. Aimed at the busy home cook, some recipes offer prep-time estimates that seem overly optimistic, given the inclusion of homemade chutneys or spice blends requiring advance preparation. Nonetheless, this book's vibrant photography and regional focus make this a standout, inviting cooks to covet strictly plant-centered Indian cuisine, refresh their spice cabinets, and fire up their stoves.

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    • Library Journal

      July 1, 2022

      Striking photography is the leading hallmark of this first cookbook from a physician, artist, and plant-based-eating advocate Shukla. A combination of lovely food layouts and color-coordinated chapters guide readers into the pages. Before delving into the recipes, Shukla highlights the benefits of a vegan diet and includes a chart to help cooks obtain proper nutrients. An additional chart describing the Indian pantry with flavor profiles, names, and helpful photos will be handy when visiting Indian markets. Blending a variety of inspirations but firmly rooted in Indian cuisine, recipes are unique and delicious. Brief introductions present the many regions and styles of Indian cooking and also offer a personal narrative that details how Shukla developed the dishes. From chutneys to desserts, all types of Indian dishes are covered as he stresses both uncomplicated and flavorful recipes. VERDICT Whether readers are looking to introduce plant-based cooking or Indian cuisine into their life, this cookbook will not disappoint with its sensible and alluring design, its practical recipes, and Shukla's personal touch.--Sarah Tansley

      Copyright 2022 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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