The food of Burma : authentic recipes from the land of the golden pagodas

Burma, or Myanmar as it is now officially known is a land of golden pagodas, mighty rivers and generous deltas. While the beauty of its countryside has long been famous, Burma's cuisine has been something of a secret, up until now. This unique volume of over 60 recipes collected from all over the country, reveals the treasures of Burmese cooking. Discover a cuisine that is unique yet acknowledges the culinary traditions of it's great neighbors: China and India. Among the exciting dishes you can create at home are the national favorite, Rice Noodles in Fish Soup, the tangy Kaffir Lime Salad, or hearty Pork Balls Cooked in Sweet Soya Bean Sauce. Stunning photography coupled with detailed information on ingredients, as well as fascinating insights into the culture of this enigmatic land, make __The Food of Burma__ the perfect companion for your adventure into Burmese cuisine. Burma, or Myanmar as it is now officially known, is a land of golden pagodas, mighty rivers and generous deltas. While the beauty of its countryside has long been famous, Burma's cuisine has been something of a secret, up until now. This book chronicles the development and distribution of food in Burma, from the deltas, plains, and mountains, to the great rivers and more. The Food of Burma shows the unique diversity of Burmese food and the manner in which it has developed over the years. Highlight within are chapters detailing traditional meals, cooking methods, celebratory festival food, and traditional ingredients.

In addition to the vast amount of information regarding the history of Burmese food, this book also serves as a cookbook with over 60 authentic recipes from all over the country. Among the exciting dishes you can create at home are the national favorite, Rice Noodles in Fish Soup, the tangy Kaffir Lime Salad, or hearty Pork Balls Cooked in Sweet Soya Bean Sauce. Stunning photography coupled with detailed information on ingredients, as well as fascinating insights into the culture of this Burma, or Myanmar as it is now officially known, is a land of golden pagodas, mighty rivers and generous deltas. While the beauty of its countryside has long been famous, Burma's cuisine has been something of a secret, up until now. This book chronicles the development and distribution of food in Burma, from the deltas, plains, and mountains, to the great rivers and more. The Food of Burma shows the unique diversity of Burmese food and the manner in which it has developed over the years. Highlight within are chapters detailing traditional meals, cooking methods, celebratory festival food, and traditional ingredients. In addition to the vast amount of information regarding the history of Burmese food, this book also serves as a cookbook with over 60 authentic recipes from all over the country. Among the exciting dishes you can create at home are the national favorite, Rice Noodles in Fish Soup, the tangy Kaffir Lime Salad, or hearty Pork Balls Cooked in Sweet Soya Bean Sauce. Stunning photography coupled with detailed information on ingredients, as well as fascinating insights into the culture of this Contents......Page 5 PART ONE: FOOD IN MYANMAR......Page 7 From the Delta, Plains and Mountains......Page 9 A Complex Culinary Mosaic......Page 17 Festive Rice......Page 21 Traditional Meals......Page 24 The Burmese Kitchen......Page 29 Cooking Methods......Page 31 Burmese Ingredients......Page 33 Basic Recipes......Page 39 Appetisers......Page 42 Rice......Page 48 Soups & Noodles......Page 52 Salads......Page 70 Fish & Shellfish......Page 84 Meat & Poultry......Page 92 Vegetables......Page 102 Desserts......Page 112 Index......Page 122