Jillani

The first major cookbook on Pakistani food, featuring breathtaking photography and over 100 delicious, achievable recipes.

Pakistan is a groundbreaking cookbook that explores the country’s many regional cuisines, making Pakistani food more accessible than ever to cook and enjoy at home. Thanks to shared borders with Afghanistan, China, India, and Ira, as well as a rich history of migration and trad, Pakistani cuisine draws upon a marvelous array of flavors and ingredients, making food one of the country’s finest qualities. With recipes for sauces, chutneys, aromatic curries, and subtly spiced vegetables, Pakistan is the perfect introduction for readers new to the cuisine and a welcome reminder of beloved favorites for those already familiar. A showstopping cookbook to be read, savored, and cooked from every night.

A few of the recipes that await: Spiced Chicken Dumplings, Lentil Fritters in Yogurt, Tangy Potato Curry, Slow-Cooked Lamb, Saffron-Infused Flatbread, and Parsi Wedding Custard.

Maryam Jillani is a food writer currently based in Manila, Philippines. Her award-winning website, ＂Pakistan Eats＂, documents Pakistani recipes from across the vast country. The website won the Saveur Blog Award for Best Food Culture in 2018 after having been a finalist for Best New Voice the year prior. In 2021, ＂Pakistan Eats＂ was selected by the Library of Congress as part of its Food and Foodways Web Archive.