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"The Indian Cooking Course" is a 2016 cookbook by Monisha Bharadwaj, a chef and author trained in Mumbai. It functions as an educational guide to Indian cuisine, featuring recipes organized by region and cooking technique. The book provides detailed instructions on using specific spices, preparing doughs, and constructing traditional menus. It is designed to teach home cooks the fundamental methods required to prepare authentic Indian food from scratch.
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What makes The Indian Cooking Course different from a recipe-only cookbook?
Monisha Bharadwaj organizes the book as an educational course with techniques, masterclasses, ingredient guidance, and recipes. It explains how Indian cooking is built rather than simply listing finished dishes.
Which regions of India are represented in The Indian Cooking Course?
The book introduces regional differences such as the lentil-rich cooking of northern India and the coconut-based curries associated with the south. It uses these examples to show why Indian cuisine cannot be reduced to one national flavor profile.
Does The Indian Cooking Course explain Indian spices and cooking techniques?
Yes, Bharadwaj explains ingredients and techniques such as preparing spice blends, building sauces, and tempering spices in hot fat. The step-by-step format is intended to help readers understand the method behind dishes rather than rely on guesswork.
When was The Indian Cooking Course published, and who wrote it?
The book was written by Mumbai-trained chef and author Monisha Bharadwaj and published in 2016. It is also listed under the related title The Indian Cookery Course, published by Kyle Books.
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