A truly unmissable classic of Indian home cooking, a special 40th-anniversary edition of the book that inspired the UK to cook real Indian food. 

The updated re-releases features 11 new recipes, a foreword to celebrate the big anniversary and beautiful illustration. The recipes are guaranteed to inspire even more home cooks to make real Indian food at home, from dals to curries, to chutneys, to breads this book will equip you with all the basics you need.

Try making Poppadums from scratch, Kid Goat Chops with Fenugreek, Parathas stuffed with Spicy Potatoes, Moong dal with South-Indian Tarka, Khichiri, Tomato Rice and so much more.

'Madhur's recipes have nourished me & my family for as long as I can remember. She is an icon but her recipes are approachable, joyfully combining practical advice with exciting flavour. She teaches, transports and empowers readers to get to grips with delicious Indian home cookery' 

Ravinder Bhogal

About the Author

Madhur Jaffrey is an award-winning actress and bestselling cookery author, now regarded by many as the world authority on Indian food, Her first book, An Invitation to Indian Cookery, was published in 1973 and her series for BBC television Madhur Jaffrey's Indian Cookery made her a household name. She has appeared in over 20 films and written over 15 cookery books.