Kapoor introduces American audiences to this simple cooking approach with a definitive book that is the only Indian cookbook you will ever need. His collection covers the depth and diversity of Indian recipes, including such favorites as butter chicken, palak paneer, and samosas, along with less-familiar dishes that are sure to become new favorites, including soups and shorbas; kebabs, snacks, and starters; main dishes; pickles and chutneys; breads; and more. The ingredients are easy to find, and suggested substitutions make these simple recipes even easier.

Includes index.

Basics -- Beverages -- Soups and shorbas -- Salads and raitas -- Chaats -- Kebabs, snacks, and starters -- Main courses: vegetarian -- Main courses: fish, shellfish, lamb, and chicken -- Breads -- Pulaos, biryanis, and other rice dishes -- Dals, kadhis, and sambhars -- Pickles, chutneys, and morabbas -- Foods for fasts and festivals -- Indo-chinese -- Sweets and mithais.