"Featuring fiery curries, delicate noodles, crispy vegetables, hearty soups, and soothing custards, the exciting flavors of Southeast Asia come alive in 'James McNair Cooks Southeast Asian'. Over 70 concise, easy-to-follow recipes showcase the delectable melange of tastes and textures in the cooking of Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Laos, Myanmar (Burma), and Cambodia and the savory ingredients these cultures share : fresh herbs, aromatic spices, red-hot chiles, velvety coconut milk, pungent fish sauce, tangy limes, and sweet tropical fruits. Including tips for dining and entertaining, a shopping guide to special ingredients, and instructions for preparing many essential basics, this stunning volume brings the vivid and varied cuisines of Southeast Asia to your table."-- taken from book jacket front flap.
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