Monsoon: Delicious Indian Recipes for Every Day and Season
Hardback Published on: 06/03/2025
Price: £26.00
Synopsis
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“Asma's approach here is seasonal, though it’s one that addresses not just the weather, but our needs and moods, offering an edible calendar to give succour and delight throughout the year.” – Nigella Lawson
“Open this book anywhere and you'll find something you'll want to eat” – Delicious Magazine.
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Join chef and founder of London’s famous Darjeeling Express restaurant on a flavour odyssey as she shares delicious Indian recipes and family favourites to awaken your palate and nourish your soul.
Get ready to embrace six seasons of flavour in this stunning new collection of 80 bright and vibrant Indian recipes inspired by Asma’s native Bengal.
Be guided on an atmospheric journey through India's culinary landscape and discover the principles of Ayurvedic cooking. Enjoy a masterclass in creating mouthwatering, easy curries, sides, and desserts that sing with flavour, such as:
MIDWEEK CURRIES:Quick Bengali chicken korma
VEGETARIAN MAINS: Delicate lentil fritters with spiced yoghurt
INDIAN STREETFOOD: Crispy and spicy tawa toasties
COMFORT FOOD: Spiced and creamy pumpkin dhal
SWEET TREATS: Yogurt with saffron and pistachio
This Indian cookbook teaches you how to use Indian spices confidently, master new cooking techniques and unearth a treasure trove of unforgettable recipes including, veg-friendly curries and fantastic menus to entertain.
Monsoon celebrates the pure joy of eating with recipes to suit every craving – a must have for anyone looking to bring flavour back to their kitchen.
Publisher information
- Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
- ISBN: 9780241718612
- Number of pages: 256
- Dimensions: 254 x 199 x 25 mm
- Weight: 973g
- Languages: English
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Absolute Delight
The thoughtfulness in the way all the recipes were arranged by seasons, the colour scheme, the aesthetics, and the personalised nature of the writing, and ... READ MORE
Full of flavour and passion!
An excellent Indian cook book with lots of recipes to cater to all dietary requirements! Full of flavour and passion, it stands out on the market! Also, th... READ MORE
The most amazing cookbook
First of all its the most beautiful book i have ever seen the effort thats gone in to all the content is absolutely amazing
The recipes are brilliant clea... READ MORE
Beautiful and deliciously creative
Monsoon is a fabulous celebration of Indian food. It's not just a cookbook. It inspires, informs, and tells a story.
One of my favourite comments Asma ... READ MORE
More than a recipe book!
It's not just recipes in Monsoon but a lesson about flavours and balancing taste. It's a journey through the seasons with dishes to compliment the weather... READ MORE
Excellent book with easy to follow recipes
An excellent Indian cook book with a whole host of recipes! All of the recipes we tried were full of flavour! The recipes were easy to follow and the pictu... READ MORE
More than a cookbook
I was gifted this cookbook and it has been really lovely to get to know.
I really appreciated the introduction to all the different ingredients used in ... READ MORE
What a beautiful cookbook!
What a beautiful cookbook to have on your shelf and not only that the recipes are delicious and easy to follow I found we made a couple of dishes so far an... READ MORE
Superb!
What sets this cookbook apart from others for me is its beautiful structure: it’s organised around the seasons, with each chapter offering dishes that refl... READ MORE
Beautifully curated recipes that feed your soul
A beautiful book inside and out, from the beautifully embossed cover to Asma Khans stories told throughout her easy to follow recipes . This book is not j... READ MORE
Flavours like no other!
I have really enjoyed this cook book so far, particularly because the spice mixes that the author creates are all just a bit different from the meals I usu... READ MORE
Heartwarming Recipes
I was gifted the book to try and review it...
The cover design is simply stunning and absolutely beautiful. Very artistic and captivating.
I really lik... READ MORE
A Beautiful Cookbook
Before we talk about food.. let’s just appreciate the design of this book. It’s amazing. Very appealing.
The cookbook itself is amazing too.. the choi... READ MORE
Brilliant cookbook, easy to follow, full of flavour
I really love this cookbook. The recipes are split into seasons so it's easy to find a recipe to suit the current weather. The ingredients are all ready to... READ MORE
Stunning book and recipes
This book is so beautiful - a perfect addition to the shelf however this book won’t stay on the shelf as it’ll constantly be taken down to create one of th... READ MORE
Brilliant book!
Absolutely loved this book and the variety of recipes to cook. Loved the flavours and can’t wait to try some
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Beautiful book and recipes
Firstly the book looks and feels superb
Then you open and start the non recipe pages, details about the author and how to understand and use flavours
The... READ MORE
Great Karak chai recipe!
Beautiful photography and recipes
Particularly enjoyed the Karak Chai recipe!
Lovely Indian cuisine
Loved the calendar style recipes taking you through the different seasons. The recipes I’ve tried have all been really easy to follow and super delicious s... READ MORE
Lovely cookbook
This is a gorgeous cookbook full of tasty Indian recipes. Alongside the many Indian recipes, there are lovely photographs and suggestions of which dishes t... READ MORE
Much more than a regular cookbook
Monsoon by Asma Khan is a truly wonderful cookbook, full of warmth, flavour and inspiration. Asma shares her deep knowledge of spices and how to use them t... READ MORE
Easy to follow recipes!
I had the opportunity to review the amazing Monsoon cookbook by Asma Khan, and it’s absolutely fantastic! The recipes are easy to follow, full of bold flav... READ MORE
Great Indian cook book
What truly sets this book apart is Asma’s storytelling. She beautifully weaves personal anecdotes and cultural insights into every page, making it much mor... READ MORE
A fabulous variety!
As major foodies and lovers of Indian food, this cookbook has been a welcome addition to our home. The vibrancy of the book itself is definitely an eye cat... READ MORE
Different variety
This cookbook has some great alternative options from the usual Indian cookbooks and has something for every occasion
So many great dishes to make and enjoy
There are so many great recipes to make and enjoy ranging from starters right through to desserts and drinks.
Our favourites have to be the Paneer Tikka s... READ MORE
Heartwarming Recipes with Love!
This is so much more than just a cookbook, you know you are holding something special from the moment you pick it up. The stunning cover reflects the warmt... READ MORE
A little disappointing
I was excited to receive this book as I am a big fan of Asma Khan. However I am sad to say I was a little disappointed in this book. I am not sure whethe... READ MORE
Visual Stunning book
So many recipes to choose. I’ve done a couple now and I found the recipes easy to follow. My 17 year old son has also made some and they were delicious. I ... READ MORE
More than an indian cookbook, a piece of Indian culture and history
Great cookbook but not your typical Indian cookbook, it is filled with history and culture.
The number of ingredients to the dishes isn’t too much and lo... READ MORE
great
I feel this is a vibrant Indian cookbook, and the variety of meals is immense. The beef ishtu is our new go-to.
Lovely cookbook
A lovely Indian cookbook, lots of recipes and something for everyone!
Delightful Indian recipes
This recipe book is beautifully put together and looks absolutely stunning on my bookshelf. The recipes are really delicious and transport your taste buds ... READ MORE
Jam packed with flavour
Amazing recipes that are packed with flavour and the recipes are so easy to follow
If you love indian food, you'll love this book!
Chef Asma Khan’s new cookbook Monsoon is a colourful celebration of Indian home cooking, inspired by the seasons and the six Ayurvedic tastes.
It contains... READ MORE
Vibrant Indian Cookbook
Monsoon by Asma Khan is a beautiful celebration of Indian home cooking. The recipes are divided into six Indian seasons, with suggested menus to help you p... READ MORE
A great cookbook if you’re a lover of Indian food
Loved this book; recipes are simple and easy to follow. The tamarind prawns were absolutely delicious!
Brilliantly Authentic
This cookbook is exceptional in its authenticity. I feel Asma Khan has shown her magic powers with this one! The book begins with the basic recipes for spi... READ MORE
Beautiful to read & cook from
A beautifully written book, with perfect imagery and brilliant recipes (which you can actually recreate at home).
A beautiful cookbook full of flavoursome recipes!
This is such a beautiful cookbook, with so many inspiring recipes. The cooking instructions were easy to follow and I enjoyed making various meals, from sc... READ MORE
Such a good cookbook!
I’ve made two recipes so far – the Karai Gosht and the Saag Aloo – and both turned out so good. The recipes are super easy to follow, which I love, and I t... READ MORE
Indian recipes
Lovely stories to accompany the recipes. Not as many vegetarian ideas as I had hoped. Lovely images and general tips on rhe use of Indian ingredients.
Lovely cookbook
This cookbook is so lovely. It not only has recipes but nods to Asma's family life in India.
We don't eat meat so that just about halved the recipes we c... READ MORE
Authentic flavours, minimal effort
Had the opportunity of testing some recipes from this new Indian cook book.
I was a little worried that I wouldn't have all the ingredients in and would ... READ MORE
More than a cookbook.
This is probably the prettiest cookbook I've ever had. The pictures are beautiful and Asma Khan writes with so much love it feels more than a recipe book, ... READ MORE
Wonderful recipes
Lots of wonder new recipes which are easy to follow and absolutely delicious. Such a beautiful book.
Such a beautiful book with beautiful recipes
I absolutely loved this cook book! I love the history and story behind each recipe and how they are set into seasons because that way you know if you want ... READ MORE
A stunning and inspiring cookbook
Monsoon by Asma Khan is an absolute gem. I’ve already made two recipes—the watermelon curry and the fish pakoras—and both turned out beautifully. The flavo... READ MORE
A Joyful Journey Through Seasons and Spice: My Experience with Monsoon
From the moment I opened Monsoon: Delicious Indian Recipes for Every Day and Season, I could tell it was something special. The recipes are colorful, invit... READ MORE
Highly recommend
Beautiful book, vibrant, colourful and so easy to follow. Never tried cooking any Indian cuisine before, so was a little worried to try, but amazing instru... READ MORE
Delicious recipes that are easy to follow
Monsoon by Asma Khan is a fantastic cooking book. Easy to follow recipe's, ingredient's I already have in the cupboard, amazing flavours and something for ... READ MORE
Unmissable cookbook for flavour lovers
There really are cookbooks and then cookbooks. Asma Khan's latest release, monsoon is so heartwarming, educational and special.
Every recipe is truly ... READ MORE
Beautiful book, beautiful recipes
This beautifully covered cookbook is a feast for the eyes even before you open it, with its vibrant design that reflects the rich culture and colors of Ind... READ MORE
Delicious!
Love love love this book.
There are so many different recipes to try and taste, lots of different flavours to suit everyone's needs! Asma Khan is a magic... READ MORE
Recipe book filled with flavour
What a beautiful Indian cookbook. Good mix of sweet and savoury dishes. Can highly recommend the banana fritters. The recipes were easy to follow and not t... READ MORE
An amazing cookbook
Asma Khan’s Monsoon is not just a cookbook—it’s a culinary memoir, a love letter to the food of her childhood, and a tribute to the women who shaped her ki... READ MORE
A taste sensation
I was gifted this book to review, and from the moment I saw the vibrant, eye-catching cover, I was intrigued. Inside, the experience only got better—there’... READ MORE
Recipe book a flavour
Such a beautiful book, and so many beautiful recipes inside. I’ve enjoyed cooking these and can’t wait to cook more. Enjoyed by the whole family.
A beautiful cookbook full of delicious recipes
A stunning cookbook with lots of unique recipes which are easy to create at home. I loved the seasonal approach to this book and that, despite cooking many... READ MORE
Beautiful photos, seasonality and delicious recipes
This is not only a beautiful book with gorgeous, colourful photography and design, but the content is so much more than just recipes. Each recipe comes wit... READ MORE