Indian Food Is Easy - by Vijaya Selvaraju (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Unlock the secrets to simple, flavor-filled Indian cooking with 100 recipes that anyone can make, any night of the week!

Growing up in a household that celebrated food, Vijaya Selvaraju was surrounded by fragrant spices and delicious meals, thanks to her mother. As she discovered her own passion for cooking, Vijaya sought to make Indian cuisine more approachable, simplifying traditional recipes for today's busy cooks without compromising on taste. By focusing on accessible ingredients--like yogurt, rice, lentils, and fresh herbs--along with smart techniques--like using a multicooker to speed up long cooking times--she shows just how simple and enjoyable creating authentic, delicious Indian dishes can be.

Indian Food Is Easy is filled with 100 easy-to-follow recipes for every night of the week. Inside you'll find:

• Quick and Flavorful Recipes Whip up dishes like the 30-Minute Keema Pav and 5-Ingredient Masala Omelet that fit perfectly into your busy lifestyle.
• Inventive Mash-Ups: Marry Indian spices with classic comfort food with Paneer Tikka Pizza, Vegetable Korma Pot Pie, and Tandoori Fried Chicken Wings with Spicy Lime Honey.
• Dishes for Every Occasion From snack-time favorites, like Crispy Onion and Jalapeño Pakodas and Curry Popcorn Shrimp, to sweet treats, like Cardamom Orange Tiramisu and 5-Ingredient Saffron Pistachio Kulfi, you'll find recipes that cater to every craving and celebration.
• Essential Cooking Techniques With practical tips and techniques, master the art of making perfect basmati rice and learn a variety of ways to make simple Indian breads, like 5-ingredient Chapatis and Crispy Rava Dosas.

Vijaya's warmth and passion shine through every page of this beautiful and approachable cookbook, complemented by stunning photography and personal anecdotes. In Indian Food Is Easy, you'll explore a rich tapestry of flavors, blending both beloved classics and exciting new favorites. And with its focus on simplicity and accessibility, recreating your favorite Indian meals at home has never been easier.

Review Quotes

"I can't remember the last time a cookbook made me this hungry! Vijaya's enthusiasm for food and knack for writing recipes shines bright in this celebration of Indian flavors. With classic standbys, like The Best Butter Chicken, to delish culinary mash-ups, like Palak Paneer Lasagna, I'm reaching for this book time and time again!"
--MARY BERG, cookbook author and host of The Good Stuff with Mary Berg

"Indian Food Is Easy brings the bold, vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine into your home with effortless simplicity. Vijaya's recipes are as approachable as they are delicious, seamlessly blending tradition with a modern touch. Her personality and passion shine through on every page, making this book both inspiring and practical!"
--MICHAEL BONACINI, co-founder of Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality

"Even as a professional chef, I've always reserved the complex and vibrant flavors of Indian cooking for take-out or restaurant dining--until now! Vijaya proves with Indian Food Is Easy that you're only a few spices, techniques, and pantry staples away from creating these big, bold dishes at home. She expertly provides tips and tricks that make this favorite cuisine approachable for the home cook, without compromising the craveable quality that makes Indian food so special."
--SHAHIR MASSOUD, author of Eat, Habibi, Eat!

"Vijaya's recipes are a true celebration of the bold, vibrant flavors of Indian cooking, made approachable and easy to embrace. Indian Food Is Easy honors her heritage while highlighting how the key flavors of Indian cuisine can shine beyond traditional dishes. Every recipe is simply mouthwatering!"
--CRYSTELLE PEREIRA, TV chef and author of Flavour Kitchen

"This cookbook is an absolute gem! Indian Food Is Easy is brimming with vibrant, flavorpacked
dishes that are not only fun and family-friendly, but also incredibly accessible. These recipes are sure to become staples in your weekly meal rotation!"
--DENNIS PRESCOTT, bestselling author of Cook with Confidence

About the Author

Vijaya Selvaraju has worked as a recipe developer and online cooking personality for over a decade. In 2015, she became a cooking expert on The Marilyn Denis Show. Since then, she has worked as an on-camera host for the popular food social media channel Tastemade and co-hosted Gusto's One World Kitchen. She appears regularly on CTV's Your Morning, CP24, and The Good Stuff with Mary Berg. Her travels around the world inspire her recipes, blending diverse influences with authentic Indian flavors. Vijaya lives in Toronto with her husband and children.