A Taste of Indochina [Hardcover]

Jan Purser (Author), Dimitra Stais (Author), Jan Castorina (Author), Marie Helene Clauzon (Illustrator), Sue Ninham (Illustrator), Ashley Mackevicius (Photographer)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1996

The exotic flavors of Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam will enter American kitchens with this delightfully written and beautifully photographed cookbook. A total of 161 recipes include everything from the making of sauces to the preparation of magnificent soups, meat and fish coursesm vegetable dishes, and wonderful desserts. Includes a full-color, double-page photo spread showing herbs and spices. 47 color photos.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

Australian authors Jan Castorina and Dimitra Stais provide authentic dishes from Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia, along with dishes fusing Pacific Rim ingredients with those of other ethnic regions. Examples of these include couscous made with coconut cream and lemongrass and a chili and coriander tomato dip served with crudités. Some recipes are slimmed-down versions of Asian favorites, including oven-baked spring rolls. Most recipes are brief enough to tempt you to cook Southeast Asian dishes any day. Color photos add appeal and, occasionally, helpful technical guidance. This book gives good value for the money.

Review

These dishes aren't for quick or traditional cooks: food from Thailand, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia require a number of ingredients and some preparation time. The authors present a wonderful set of recipes paired with step-by-step photos which will entice newcomers to the cuisines of this region. Traditional and new dishes are combined in this attractive title. -- Midwest Book Review

Product Details

• Hardcover: 160 pages
• Publisher: Barrons Educational Series Inc (September 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0812066022
• ISBN-13: 978-0812066029
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,092,105 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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