Stir Crazy! : More than 100 Quick, Low-Fat Recipes for Your Wok or Stir-Fry Pan [Illustrated] [Paperback]

Susan Jane Cheney (Author), Nava Atlas (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 1998

From Moroccan lentil tangine to mushroom-stuffed streamed buns, Stir Crazy! shows readers how to create more than 100 memorable, meatless meals in minutes! And not only can each recipe easily be made in a wok or stir-fry pan, but all are high in flavor and naturally low in fat--combining the irresistible flavors of fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs, and spices with staples such as grains, noodles, beans, nuts, seeds, oils, and seasonings. Stir Crazy! even includes helpful advice on selecting pans and accessories, streamlining cooking methods, and more.

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About the Author

Susan Jane Cheney is the author of Breadtime Stories: A Cookbook for Bakers and Browsers, a contributing editor for Vegetarian Times, and a former chef at the renowned Moosewood Restaurant.

Nava Atlas is the author of several vegetarian cookbooks, including Vegetariana, Vegetarian Celebrations, and Vegetarian Express.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 1 edition (April 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0809230011
• ISBN-13: 978-0809230013
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #517,848 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #23 in Books > Cookbooks, Food & Wine > Regional & International > Asian > Wok Cookery

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67 of 68 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A well written gem for vegetarians with little time!, August 10, 1998

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This review is from: Stir Crazy! : More than 100 Quick, Low-Fat Recipes for Your Wok or Stir-Fry Pan (Paperback)

Don't let it's small size mislead you. This wonderful little book breaks new ground for creative cooks who are ready to bring their woks and stir fry pans out of retirement. Totally vegetarian, it should appeal to anyone who's seeking low-fat and healthy cooking alternatives.

Susan Jane Cheney is a long-time contributor to Vegetarian Times and one of those wonderfully talented folks who've created wonders at Ithaca's famous Moosewood Restaurant. For Stir Crazy, Susan has teamed with author-illustrator Nava Atlas to create a little gem that is a joy to read and rewarding to use. She covers all the requisite wok basics, but this book excels in the delightful alternatives to stir fries -- creative vegetables, stews, curries, soups, and more. Many of these recipes are ethnically inspired and all of them are healthy and vegetarian. Moreover, all of the recipes really work!

If you're looking for new ideas for your wok or stir-fry pan, if you are a vegetarian, or if yo! u simply enjoy reading creative cookbooks, you will love this book.