{"product_id":"persian-cooking-for-dummies-isbn-9781119875741","title":"Persian Cooking For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTaste Real Home-cooked Persian Food for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe most celebrated Persian chef in America, Najmieh Batmanglij brings you her favorite traditional, healthy Persian dishes, simplified for modern American kitchens. \u003ci\u003ePersian Cooking For Dummies,\u003c\/i\u003e written for cooks of all skill levels will transform the way you cook. Offering more than 100 recipes, some of which can be made in less than an hour, this book will guide you through the art and craft of one of the world’s oldest, yet least known culinary, traditions in the West. These flavors and aromas are rarely replicated in restaurants, so prepare to be wowed by your own creations as you follow these easy guidelines in the warmth and comfort of your own kitchen. The distinctive herbs, the heavenly aromas of saffron and rose water, and the sweet and sour flavors will impress your guests and delight your family. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare kababs, braises, golden-crusted, tah-dig rice dishes, and delicious desserts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn the tricks and techniques that have been perfected over thousands of years\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnjoy the unique aromas and flavors of the food of Iran—right in your own home\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn the history of Persian cooking and access a glossary of Persian culinary terms\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMany recipes are one page, simple to follow, and take less than an hour to make.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdapted for today’s lifestyle, \u003ci\u003ePersian Cooking For Dummies \u003c\/i\u003eis perfect for experienced and novice cooks alike. Take a journey through this exotic cuisine and get cooking, with Dummies. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: Getting Started with Persian Cooking 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Exploring Persian Culture through Food 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Tools of the Trade 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Shopping for Essential Ingredients 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Getting Comfortable in the Kitchen 35\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Common Persian Kitchen Techniques 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Using Staple Ingredients in Persian Dishes 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Delicately Spicing the Persian Way 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Bringing It All Together in a Persian Meal 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Appetizers and First Courses 83\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Healthy Yogurt Vegetable Dishes, Salads, and Sides 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Egg-xotic Egg Dishes 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Fill ’er Up! Stuffed Vegetables 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Warm and Hearty Soups and Porridge 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Main Courses 135\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Rice Is a Very Nice Dish 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Practicing Patience for Braises 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Sticking It to Kabobs and Roasts 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Savoring Meatballs, Patties, and Casseroles 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Fixing Fish Entrees 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: Side Dishes, Desserts, and Other Delights 217\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Pickles and Preserves 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Pastries, Sweets, and Candies 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: Delicious Desserts 247\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20: Breads and Street Food 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 21: Thirst-Quenching Beverages 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 6: The Part of Tens 277\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 22: Ten (or So) Time-Saving Tips for the Kitchen 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 23: Ten Myths about Persian Cooking 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 24: Ten Tips on Persian Table Manners. 287\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix: Metric Conversion Guide 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNajmieh Batmanglij\u003c\/b\u003e has been hailed as the “guru of Persian cuisine” by \u003ci\u003eThe Washington Post\u003c\/i\u003e. Born and raised in Iran, she has spent the last 40 years adapting authentic Persian recipes to tastes and techniques in the West. Batmanglij’s cookbooks include \u003ci\u003eFood of Life, Silk Road Cooking,\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eCooking in Iran: Regional Recipes and Kitchen Secrets.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the rich, flavorful cuisine of Iran \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith a culinary history dating back more than 2,000 years, Persian food is one of the oldest and most culturally significant cuisines in the world. \u003ci\u003ePersian Cooking For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e introduces you to flavors and aromas you won’t find in restaurants. With more than 120 recipes—including many that take less than an hour to make—this book lets you experience the distinctive herbs, spices, and fruits of Iran. Light appetizers and kabobs, hearty braises, and rich, golden-crusted rice dishes are in your future, with this exotic \u003ci\u003eFor Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e cookbook.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside… \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Persian recipes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAncient cooking techniques and ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEasy-to-follow instructions and clear explanations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSimple recipes anyone can make\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe history of Persian cooking\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBreakfast, lunch, and dinner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989766783205,"sku":"NP9781119875741","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781119875741.jpg?v=1761785398","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/persian-cooking-for-dummies-isbn-9781119875741","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}