Cooking with Olive Oil

Not for nothing is olive oil known as 'the green gold of the Mediterranean'. Research has conclusively proved that olive oil is good for the heart. It is rich in monounsaturated fats which lower the risk of coronary artery disease. Other health benefits of including olive oil in the daily diet; lower blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol! Olive oil adapts itself very well to Indian cuisine, enhancing the taste of any dish."'" Sanjeev Kapoor's Cooking with Olive Oil has recipes for every course of a meal, including desserts. Each recipe has been tried and tested personally by Chef Kapoor. There are soups and salads including the inventive Carrot, Raisin and Black Olive Salad, scrumptious snacks and starters like Prawn Varuval and Hara Bhara Kabab and delicious main dishes such as Dahi Baingan, Paneer Keema and Nalli Gosht. Mouthwatering Koki, Amti, Andhra Dal, Kathal ki Biryani and Punjabi Kadhi lead on to sinful desserts like Shahi Tukre and Balushahi.