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Cookbook by Yotam Ottolenghi, published in 2018, offering streamlined recipes with his signature Middle Eastern-inspired flavor combinations.
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Who wrote Ottolenghi Simple?
"Ottolenghi Simple" was written by Yotam Ottolenghi, the Israeli-British chef and restaurateur known for his London delis and earlier cookbooks including "Plenty" and "Jerusalem." Published in 2018, the book was designed to make his signature flavor combinations more accessible to everyday home cooks.
How is Ottolenghi Simple different from Ottolenghi's other cookbooks?
While earlier Ottolenghi books are known for long ingredient lists and multi-step techniques, "Simple" streamlines recipes using fewer ingredients and shorter methods. The book uses a system of abbreviations (such as S for short-on-time and M for make-ahead) to help cooks quickly identify easier recipes.
What kind of flavors are featured in Ottolenghi Simple?
The recipes emphasize Middle Eastern-inspired combinations using ingredients like tahini, sumac, za'atar, pomegranate molasses, and preserved lemon. The book adapts these flavors for weeknight cooking without requiring an extensive pantry of specialty items.
What year was Ottolenghi Simple published?
"Ottolenghi Simple" was published in 2018, arriving during a period when Ottolenghi's influence on home cooking was well established through his earlier bestsellers and his Guardian column. The book became one of his most popular titles due to its emphasis on practicality.
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