Peterson, Joan; Menon, Indu

Eat Smart in India : How to Decipher the Menu, Know the Market Foods & Embark on a Tasting Adventure

Preface ix Acknowledgments xiii The Cuisine of India 1(16) An historical survey of the development of India's cuisine. Indus Valley Civilization 1(2) The Aryans (Vedic Culture) 3(3) Buddhism and Jainism 6(1) The Muslims 7(2) The Europeans 9(8) The Portuguese 9(2) The Dutch 11(1) The British 12(2) The French 14(3) Regional Indian Food 17(24) A quick tour through the Indian kitchen and around the country to see the variations of cooking styles encountered. Indian Food in a Nutshell 17(9) The Regions of India 26(45) Northern India 26(4) Western India 30(3) Southern India 33(4) Eastern India 37(4) Tastes of India 41(28) A selection of delicious, easy-to-prepare recipes to try before leaving home. Shopping in India's Food Markets 69(2) Tips to increase your savvy in both the exciting outdoor food markets and modern supermarkets. Resources 71(4) A listing of stores carrying hard-to-find Indian foods, travel agencies offering culinary tours, and groups offering opportunities for person-to-person contact through home visits to gain a deeper understanding of the country, including its cuisine. Mail-Order Suppliers of Indian Foods 71(1) Tours and Travel Agencies 72(1) Some Useful Organizations to Know About 73(2) Helpful Phrases 75(4) Phrases in English transliterated to Hindi, with additional phonetic interpretation, which will assist you in finding, ordering and buying foods or ingredients. Phrases for Use in Restaurants 75(2) Phrases for Use in Food Markets 77(1) Other Useful Phrases 78(1) Menu Guide 79(28) An extensive listing of menu entries in transliterated Hindu, with English translations, to make ordering food an easy and immediately rewarding experience. Foods and Flavors Guide 107(26) A comprehensive glossary of ingredients, kitchen utensils and cooking methods in transliterated Hindi, with English translations. Bibliography 133(2) Index 135