COOKING WITH SHAIL – A LAWYER’S KITCHEN BY SHAIL THOSANI

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The cover image is that of a pair of scales, with a ladle and a whisk, maybe hinting at how vital correct measurements are to the perfect rendering of a dish. Shail Thosani is a lawyer by profession, but she confesses that cooking is her passion, and her greatest stressbuster. She further goes on to say that her recipes in this book are varied, each of a different taste and style, and can be made using simple, homemade ingredients, always an attractive option for both the culinary-minded and the novice chefs.

A cookbook is as appealing as its photographs. The author has used her own photographs, each of which look vibrant and appetising. The dishes are in alphabetical order, beginning with Bread Vada. A short description of the dish is followed by its recipe and the method of preparation in simple words.

Broccoli has always been looked upon as an exotic vegetable, used mainly in Continental cuisine. The next two dishes are Broccoli Masala and Broccoli Parathas, both of which are intrinsically Indian dishes. The author gives little tips which make it easier for people to follow her recipes to the tee.

Sandwiches are known for their versatility. The following recipe is a Curd and Paneer Sandwich which can be made in multiple ways. Here, the author presents it in a cold and a toasted form, using hung curd which is a healthy option.

Gone are the days when dhoklas could only be made with besan. This book offers a Multigrain Dhokla along with a tasty Tomato Chutney. Judging by the accompanying picture, this appears to be a delicious dish.

Masala Uttapam and Masala Bhakri are next on the menu, followed later in the book by Masala Dosa and Stuffed Idli. These are all breakfast options but that does not mean that they can not be savoured at other meals as well. The recipes are simple to follow, but detailed, and hence, a boon to chefs who love to experiment.

Starter recipes are always eagerly sought after, and the author has provided two of them – Potato Fingers and Quinoa Pattice. Of course, no meal can be complete without paneer or cottage cheese. The Paneer Cheese Sabji looks rich and delicious, and is followed by Paneer Lajawab and Vegetable Pulao, both of which will definitely taste ‘lajawab’, given the ingredients and the presentation.

Finally, what good meal can end without the requisite dessert dishes? Chocolate Fudge Ice Cream, Fruit and Cream Dessert or Rava Mango cake – take your pick!

Once again, Shail Thosani has come out with a cookbook worth savouring (pun intended!) I reiterate, the pictures she has clicked make the experience even better.

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