Desi Bakes: 85 Recipes Bringing the Best of Indian Flavors to Western-Style Desserts

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Price
$35.00  $32.55
Publisher
Hardie Grant North America
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Pages
256
Dimensions
8.2 X 10.1 X 1.1 inches | 2.6 pounds
Language
English
Type
Hardcover
EAN/UPC
9781958417317

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About the Author
Hetal Vasavada grew up in New Jersey in a family of wonderful Gujarati home cooks who raised her on chai, cardamom-spiced shortbreads, and sweet puddings. After a cross-country move, Vasavada started to recreate the flavors of her childhood--this time in her own style--which eventually landed her a spot on Gordon Ramsay's MasterChef, where she was the show's first Hindu vegetarian contestant. Vasavada is the author of Milk and Cardamom, has a successful Instagram channel (@milkandcardamom), blog and online pop-up bakery, and is a contributor at Bon Appétit, Food & Wine, Eater, Cherry Bombe, Food52, and more. Hetal is based in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Reviews
"In Desi Bakes, Hetal innovatively weaves together South Asian flavors and techniques with classic Western treats. There are brilliant mash-ups that will thrill everyone, like Besan Ki Burfi Crispy Rice Treats and Gajar Ka Halwa Blondie. Each recipe is more vibrant and original than the last, perfect for blowing away the PTA at the next bake sale!"--Sohla El-Waylly, New York Times Bestselling author of Start Here
"I think it's safe to say that Hetal has been the brightest light in the South Asian baking community for years now. Her cult classic gulab jamun bundt cake may have been the beginning, but this new book of colorful and spice-forward bakes is a whole new era! I can think of few bakers who can bring such playfulness, technical rigor, and creativity to everything they create. Crorepati jaggery caramel bars forever!"--Sana Javeri Kadri, Founder of Diaspora Co
"This book is a triumph. It makes me proud to be Indian-American. Hetal Vasavada continues to push the envelope on innovation in Indian inspired desserts. While rooted in tradition and history, her recipes open a new door combining ingredients and technique in a way that is both inventive yet familiar. Her no nonsense directions make intricate recipes and designs feel approachable. I want to bake so many things in this book, and can't wait to gift it to many."--Preeti Mistry, Chef and Author of The Juhu Beach Club
"I am obsessed with Hetal's approach to baking. Her ability to effortlessly combine both South Asian and Western techniques and flavors into desserts that not only look beautiful but actually taste great is unrivaled. This book is packed with so many delightful recipes that fuse the best parts of both of our upbringings as Indians raised in America, like Lemon Coriander Snickerdoodles, Puran Poli Swirl Bread, and a silky Kheer Tart. Desi Bakes is very quickly going to be my go-to book for all future birthdays, dinner parties, and anytime I want to bake something to make someone feel special."--Khushbu Shah, Food writer and author of Amrikan
"Hetal Vasavada has the unique talent of harnessing the beauty and vibrancy of Indian flavors and colors into stunning and delicious desserts. I have been following Hetal's incredible journey and when they say you eat with your eyes first, they must be talking about Hetal's desserts. She can conjure the most sophisticated flavors and avant-garde techniques without losing the soul and essence of a dish. I am obsessed with Desi Bakes; not only with the flavors that she plays with but with the wit and whimsy of her recipes--it's a visual feast. From Gujju Bhai Toffee to Phulkari cookies, this book is a must add to any library."--Maneet Chauhan, chef, author of Chaat, and Chopped Judge