The AFRICAN and MIDDLE EASTERN COOKBOOK

by Josephine Bacon and Jenni Fleetwood

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Used softcover book in very good condition, 256 pages, over 700 colour photos with easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions. Published 2005, measures 30 x 23cm.

The African and Middle Eastern Cookbook is a wonderful collection of 150 delicious recipes from all over Africa and the Middle East, which captures the authentic flavours of a fascinating and undiscovered culinary region. The book takes you on a cook's tour of the hidden classics of The Lebanon, Iran, Turkey, Syria, Egypt, Morocco, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania and Mozambique. It contains an authoratative introduction covering the traditions and ingredients of the regions, with advice on obtaining and using the spices and flavourings.

Featuring enticing dishes for all palates and for every occasion, from fabulous mezze starters, sizzling meat dishses and tangy fish curries to a dazzling array of vegetable dishes and salads, and exotic sweets and desserts. Recipes include classic appetisers such as Fattoush and Borek, hearty main dishes like Chicken Kdra and Persian Lamb with Spilt Peas, and delicate sweets and pastries such as Baklava and Banana Mandazi. Every recipe includes nutritional information.

Chapters include:

• Africa - information about the African kitchen, feasts and festivals, plus detailed information about ingredients
• The Middle East - history, eating patterns, ingredients
• Soups, mezzes and appetisers
• Snacks and street food
• Fish dishes
• Chicken dishes
• Mean dishes
• Vegetarian dishes
• Side dishes and salads
• Pastries and desserts

The African and Middle Eastern Cookbook is a UK publication. All measurements are in metric, imperial and cup and spoon.

The African and Middle Eastern Cookbook by Josephine Bacon and Jenni Fleetwood