Dinner: 120 Vegan and Vegetarian Recipes for the Most Important Meal of the Day [American Measurements]

Sodha (East: 120 Vegan and Vegetarian Recipes from Bangalore to Beijing; Made in India: Recipes from an Indian Family Kitchen), a popular food writer and cookbook author, was inspired to create this volume after experiencing depression and a reluctance to cook. Sodha then determined to cook only what she wanted, and she credits this book with restoring her kitchen confidence. Using a “what do I want to eat” approach, each chapter begins with a main ingredient (eggplant, eggs, mushrooms, and more) to set the stage for subsequent dishes to grace dinner tables as a main event. Recipes are labeled when vegan or vegetarian, gluten-free, or dairy-free. The recipes at times seem geared to more seasoned home cooks but are presented clearly with enticing accompanying photographs. Standouts include tandoori cauliflower with cilantro and cashew sauce, mango and paneer curry, and celery and saffron bean stew. To round out the meals, Sodha suggests accompaniments, delectable side dishes, and desserts such as bubble tea ice cream. Included at the end are useful quick recipes to help prepare ingredients, lists of online suppliers, and lists of recommended pantry staples.