Plant-Based India

Indian food like you've never seen it before, in a unique vegan cookbook with over 100 stunningly photographed plant-based recipes and tons of health tips from a doctor who shows that food is the best medicine. Dr. Sheil Shukla grew up eating these traditional dishes at mealtimes with his Indian immigrant family, and now, he uses his medical background to break down why they're not just delicious - they're great for your health, too. Each recipe in this book includes an explanation of its ingredients' health benefits (and the benefits of eating a fully plant-based diet), drawn from scientific evidence. Here are nutritious, exciting recipes for each component of a balanced meal in the thali tradition: vegetables, grains, flatbread, salad, pickles, and snacks, along with condiments, spice blends, sweets, and drinks.

“"Whether you''re a seasoned pro or are looking to try something new, look no further that Dr. Sheil Shukla''s tome filled with more than 100 recipes celebrating centuries of tradition."-- VegNews "This book''s vibrant photography and regional focus make this a standout, inviting cooks to covet strictly plant-centered Indian cuisine, refresh their spice cabinets, and fire up their stoves."-- Booklist "It''s a lucky day indeed when I find a cookbook from which I want to make a bunch of recipes, but this is the first one from which I want to cook absolutely everything. There isn''t a single recipe in this remarkable book that doesn''t look mouthwatering, and Sheil''s thoughtful, researched, and authoritative voice on food as nutrition is both refreshing and reassuring. You can cook these soul-full recipes with confidence for food that explodes with flavor and heart." --Joanne Lee Molinaro, creator of The Korean Vegan and New York Times -bestselling author of The Korean Vegan Cookbook "Striking photography is the leading hallmark of this first cookbook from a physician, artist, and plant-based-eating advocate Shukla. . . . Blending a variety of inspirations but firmly rooted in Indian cuisine, recipes are unique and delicious. . . . this cookbook will not disappoint."-- Library Journal "Everything you love about Indian food, rolled into a uniquely vibrant and wholesome package. From well-known favorites like chana masala and tadka dal to lesser-known but no-less-delicious Gujarati classics and street food favorite pav bhaji, the recipes in Plant-Based India are guaranteed to nourish your soul and excite your taste buds." --Nisha Vora, creator of Rainbow Plant Life and author of The Vegan Instant Pot Cookbook " Plant-Based India is a message of hope and health for everyone--that food can bring joy and love and help heal and prevent disease. We are reminded that eating healthy for the brain, body, and our planet is not about deprivation--on the contrary, it''s incredibly delicious and brings joy. The recipes that Sheil has shared in this book are beautiful, healthy, and easy, and they do not compromise on taste whatsoever. These recipes and the stories behind them will surely invigorate your brain and warm your heart. A must-have!" --Dean Sherzai, MD, PHD, MPH, MAS, and Ayesha Sherzai, MD, MAS, founders of Sherzai MD and authors of The 30-Day Alzheimer''s Solution "Through Plant-Based India , Sheil offers us an insight into the beautiful world of Indian and plant-based cuisine in the most delicious, vibrant, and colorful way. This book is absolutely gorgeous." --Kim-Julie Hansen, founder of Best of Vegan and author of Vegan Reset "Sheil has put together a fantastic cookbook filled with a mix of traditional family recipes and unique Indian recipes with a twist! He includes great tips to help you succeed in making a meal that''s not only delicious but also nutritious and nourishing. I love seeing homestyle Gujarati recipes brought to the forefront with gorgeous photography to go with it!" --Hetal Vasavada, author of Milk and Cardamom "I''ve been following Sheil''s work for many years online. This book is an absolute triumph. The color, flavor, and flamboyancy of Indian cuisine is masterfully represented. I cannot wait to cook more dishes from it." --Dr. Rupy Aujla, MBBS, BSc, MRCGP, founder of The Doctor''s Kitchen "The recipes in this book all look very delicious. The pictures that accompany the recipes are beautiful to look at. If you are someone who collects recipe books for display and reading purposes alone, this one will probably fit nicely into your collection. If you are vegan, or have a love for Indian food, this book might also be for you." -- The Certified Nonnas "Blending a variety of inspirations but firmly rooted in Indian cuisine, recipes are unique and delicious... Whether readers are looking to introduce plant-based cooking or Indian cuisine into their life, this cookbook will not disappoint with its sensible and alluring design, its practical recipes, and Shukla''s personal touch." -- Library Journal "Inspired by the dishes he grew up with, Shukla puts a healthy spin on traditional Indian recipes using vegetarian ingredients and seasonal produce." -- Publishers Weekly”

A 2023 James Beard Foundation Book Award Nominee
A New York Times Best Cookbook of 2022
A WBUR/Here and Now Best Cookbook of the Year
A Food Network Best Vegan Cookbook of 2022
A Forks Over Knives Favorite Plant-Based Book of 2022
Amazon Editors' Picks: Best Cookbook
2022 Foreword INDIES Finalist
Featured in a Jeopardy! question

"Plant-Based India has my favorite kind of recipes: minimal effort, high reward. . . . Don't let the title scare you off if you eat meat: This is wholesome, exciting cooking that just so happens to not include animal products. You won't miss them.--Priya Krishna, The New York Times, A Best Cookbook of 2022
Plant-Based India is a message of hope and health for everyone--that food can bring joy and love and help heal and prevent disease. We are reminded that eating healthy for the brain, body, and our planet is not about deprivation--on the contrary, it's incredibly delicious and brings joy. The recipes that Sheil has shared in this book are beautiful, healthy, and easy, and they do not compromise on taste whatsoever. These recipes and the stories behind them will surely invigorate your brain and warm your heart. A must-have!--Dean Sherzai, MD, PHD, MPH, MAS, and Ayesha Sherzai, MD, MAS, founders of Sherzai MD and authors of The 30-Day Alzheimer's Solution
Cinematically lit, larger-than-life images will have you eating with your eyes long before the dal hits the pan. Indian cuisine is plant-friendly to begin with; where it is not, it's been veganized in these pages with enthusiasm and attention to detail. . . . What's more, the dessert section will galvanize your relationship with nondairy milks.-- "NPR Books We Love"
Everything you love about Indian food, rolled into a uniquely vibrant and wholesome package. From well-known favorites like chana masala and tadka dal to lesser-known but no-less-delicious Gujarati classics and street food favorite pav bhaji, the recipes in Plant-Based India are guaranteed to nourish your soul and excite your taste buds.--Nisha Vora, creator of Rainbow Plant Life and author of The Vegan Instant Pot Cookbook
Take a look at Plant-Based India.--Tejal Rao, The New York Times
Unleash the healing power and vibrant flavor in your spice rack with Plant-Based India--the book I've been waiting for that celebrates South Asian flavors and traditions but also fuels our gut microbes. I absolutely love it, and you will too.--Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, New York Times-bestselling author of Fiber Fueled

Dr. Sheil Shukla is an internal medicine resident physician, artist, and cook who's passionate about plant-based nutrition and its applications to clinical medicine. He loves exploring cultures through their food, and he's especially interested in South Asian and East Asian cuisines, particularly the thali tradition of Gujarat, India. He runs the website sheilshukla.com and the Instagram @plantbasedartist. He lives in Chicago, IL.

Indian food like you've never seen it before, in a unique vegan cookbook with over 100 stunningly photographed plant-based recipes and tons of health tips from a doctor who shows that food is the best medicine. Dr. Sheil Shukla grew up eating these traditional dishes at mealtimes with his Indian immigrant family, and now, he uses his medical background to break down why they're not just delicious - they're great for your health, too. Each recipe in this book includes an explanation of its ingredients' health benefits (and the benefits of eating a fully plant-based diet), drawn from scientific evidence. Here are nutritious, exciting recipes for each component of a balanced meal in the thali tradition: vegetables, grains, flatbread, salad, pickles, and snacks, along with condiments, spice blends, sweets, and drinks.

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