Cardamom
and Lime: Recipes from the Arabian Gulf
by Sarah Al-hamad (Author)
A unique and eye-opening
introduction to the fabulous cuisine of the Arabian Gulf
This stunning book
contains a wealth of delicious recipes that reflect the flavors and traditional
dishes of the Arabian Gulf: Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, the United Arab
Emirates and Saudi Arabia. Little is known in the West about this rich cuisine. Cardamom
and Lime provides readers with the inspiration to create these
wonderful dishes.
The book starts with a
fascinating introduction to the history of the Gulf and the traditions and
customs that make food such an essential part of daily life. The cuisine of the
Arabian Gulf is diverse yet individual and has long been associated with
companionship and tradition. Rice features heavily, as do grains and pulses,
while chicken, lamb and fish are also found in traditional dishes. Dates are an
essential part of any chapter on desserts, but you will also find aromatic
cardamom cake, rose-scented rice pudding and teas. From machbous laham (fragrant
lamb pilaf) to mrabyan (shrimp and rice), there is plenty here
to tempt the taste buds.
Throughout the book there are beautiful photographs and feature
spreads to give a flavor of life in the Gulf and its mouthwatering cuisine.
· Paperback: 128 pages
· Publisher: Interlink Pub Group; 2011
· Language: English
· ISBN-10: 1566568498
· Product
Dimensions: 8.5 x 1 x 10.5 inches
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