KEN HOM

As a boy, Ken Hom lived hand-to-mouth in the slums of Chicagos Chinatown. Today, he is one of the most celebrated TV chefs of all time, the man who showed the British how to cook Asian food and introduced the nation to the wok.This is the story of that remarkable journey.Aged just eight months when his father died, Ken was raised by his mother in an atmosphere of punishing poverty. But no matter how little they had, they ate well. Life would change when, at the age of eleven, Ken landed a job in his uncles Chinese restaurant. From these humble beginnings, he travelled the globe and went on to become one of the worlds greatest authorities on Asian food. His wildly popular books have inspired millions of home cooks, and he paved the way for a generation of celebrity chefs.High-spirited and frequently funny, My Stir-Fried Life is the epicureans epic - a gastronomic narrative that lifts the spirits, tantalises the taste buds and feeds the soul of anyone and everyone who loves cooking, from the keen novice to the accomplished connoisseur.

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Chinese food is popular the world over. In Ken Hom''s Simple Chinese (formerly called Foolproof Chinese Cookery), now available in paperback as well as hardback, Ken proves that anyone can cook this healthy and delicious cuisine. Ken demonstrates 40 of the most popular and well-known dishes with step-by-step instructions and photographs to accompany every stage from start to finish. The recipes (including soups and starters, fish and shellfish, meat and poultry and vegetable accompaniments) are not only quick and easy to prepare but are also convenient as they use readily available ingredients. A special menu section also features in the book so that you can plan your perfect meal. From simple Green chicken curry to the more elaborate Whole fish in coconut milk, Ken''s foolproof instructions will guarantee even the novice cook excellent results every time.

Ken Hom is widely regarded as the worlds leading authority on Oriental cuisine, and with his Top 100 Stir Fry Recipes, he has created a beautifully illustrated, engaging and easy-to-follow guide to quick, nutritious and delicious cooking. This is the perfect addition to anyones kitchen shelf - whether cooking novice or more experienced chef!Great buy! Best stir fries Ive ever cooked! -- ***** Reader reviewKen Hom does it again .. a cracking guide to stir fries -- ***** Reader reviewThe recipes are easy to follow and Ken Homs enthusiasm is hard to resist -- ***** Reader reviewJust the ticket! -- ***** Reader review********************************************************************************************Ken Hom brings us 100 mouth-watering recipes for stir fries which are easy-to-follow, delicious dishes designed to appeal to all palates.With 20 new recipes and 80 favourites from his collection, Ken not only covers oriental stir fries but includes non-Asian dishes as well, such as stir-fried fusilli alla carbonara. Divided into chapters on chicken, fish and seafood, beef, pork and vegetable dishes, it covers all tastes and diets and also contains sections on techniques for chopping and frying, how to use a wok and recommendations for oils and sauces.As one of the worlds greatest authorities on cooking with a wok, Ken shows us that the versatility and convenience of stir frying never compromises the flavour. Say goodbye to the takeway and embark on your own cooking journey!

Ken Hom is widely regarded as the worlds leading authority on Oriental cuisine, and with the Complete Chinese Cookbook, he has created a seminal collection of his best-loved dishes. Beautifully illustrated with full colour photography, and popular favourites and new tastes to discover, this is the perfect addition to anyones kitchen shelf.A fantastic collection of recipes... A great investment -- BBC OliveIf theres one man who knows about Chinese cooking its Ken Hom -- Womans WayThis Chinese cracker of a book is all you need to wok and roll -- You! MagazineThis is the best Chinese cookbook I own -- ***** Reader reviewCould this be the only Chinese cookery book you need to own? Quite possibly! -- ***** Reader reviewReally easy to follow recipes. Delicious -- ***** Reader review************************************************************************************************With Cantonese stir-fries and spicy Sichuan favourites alongside new discoveries from the lesser-known culinary styles of Yunnan and Hong Kong, this comprehensive collection is filled with mouth-watering, accessible and easy recipes, demonstrating the amazing depth of flavour that is only now being fully appreciated in modern Chinese cuisine.Set to become a kitchen classic, this all-encompassing cookery book guides you through the essential cooking techniques, equipment and ingredients, all with Kens trusted blend of experience and enthusiasm. Featuring 250 recipes covering all aspects of Chinese food (including meat-based and vegetarian recipes), Ken offers tips and inspiration for a wealth of dishes that use simple, healthy ingredients to create quick and delicious meals.Over the past 25 years Ken has brought Chinese cookery into mainstream British homes, and in this beautifully photographed cookbook, he brings together all of his expertise to offer the ultimate guide to the flavours of China.

A follow-up to Ken Homs popular stir-fries book, 100 Weeknight Chinese Suppers offers Kens favourite quick and simple Chinese recipes, perfect for a cosy after-work meal.From stews and curries to easy stir fries and healthy steamed and braised dishes, there are also some great light bites and easy entertaining recipes.Ken Hom is the nations favourite Chinese chef and these recipes will turn you from the take away to the wok.

Chinese Cookery is Ken Homs timeless collection of over 150 recipes. These classic dishes have been passed down from generation to generation and follow the Chinese rules of balance to ensure a harmony of colour, texture, aroma and flavour. Recipes include old favourites such as Cashew Chicken, and Sichuan Prawns in Chilli Sauce as well as new recipes from the kitchens of Hong Kong and Taiwan such as Steamed Salmon with Black Beans and Mango Chicken. Although Ken emphasises the need for authentic ingredients and good cooking technique, these are everyday recipes - simply written and easy-to-follow, and they are all infused with Ken Homs infectious enthusiasm for the cuisine plus helpful tips for the home cook. Packed with indispensable information on ingredients, equipment and preparation techniques, Chinese Cookery is beautiful, authentic and clear, and remains one of the most popular and inspirational Chinese cookbooks ever published.Ken Hom is the worlds greatest authority on Oriental cuisine and Chinese Cookery has sold over 1 million copies since it was first published.

The Hamlyn Classic Recipes series is a celebratory collection of some of the most admired chefs the world has to offer - noteworthy not only for their pioneering approach to food, but also for their dependable, uncomplicated and trustworthy recipes.Ken Hom is regarded as the worlds leading authority on Chinese cookery. In this cookbook, he shares over 75 of his finest recipes, honouring the simplicity and freshness of Chinese food.Discover the art of achieving fresh and vibrant flavours through simple, yet sophisticated techniques that define Chinese cooking, with majority of the ingredients sourced in your local supermarkets. These recipes are organised into six chapters:Chapter 1: SoupsBeancurd Spinach Soup; Wonton Soup; Minced Beef and Rice Noodles in SoupChapter 2: MeatsStir-fried Pork with Bean Sprouts; Stewed Pork Spareribs; Orange-flavoured BeefChapter 3: PoultryPeking Duck and Flour Pancakes; Sichuan Cold Chicken Salad; Chicken in Black Bean SauceChapter 4: FishStir-fried Prawns with Peas; Red-cooked Fish; Sichuan Scallops with Whole GarlicChapter 5: VegetablesBeijing Pan-fried Beancurd; Stir-fried Pak Choi; Crispy SeaweedChapter 6: Rice & NoodlesStir-fried Egg Noodles; Beef Fried Rice; Chicken and Rice CasseroleWith stunning images to inspire your culinary journey, this masterful collection invites both novice and experienced cooks to explore the rich, traditional tapestry of Chinese cuisine. From the secret to the best Wonton Soup to timeless dishes such as Sichuan Chicken and Spicy Braised Fish, this Chinese cookbook will help you recreate a classic feast at home.Discover the joy of Chinese cooking with Ken Homs Classic Chinese Recipes.

Chinese food is popular the world over. In Ken Homs Simple Chinese Cookery (formerly called Foolproof Chinese Cookery), available in paperback as well as hardback, Ken proves that anyone can cook this healthy and delicious cuisine. Ken demonstrates 40 of the most popular and well-known Chinese dishes with step-by-step instructions and photographs to accompany every stage from start to finish. The recipes (including soups and starters, fish and shellfish, meat and poultry and vegetable accompaniments) are not only quick and easy to prepare but are also convenient as they use readily available ingredients. The cookbook also features a special menu section so that you can plan your perfect meal. From simple Green Chicken Curry to the more elaborate Whole Fish in Coconut Milk, Kens easy recipes have foolproof instructions that will guarantee even the novice cook excellent results every time.

In Foolproof Asian Cookery (now available in paperback as Simple Asian Cookery), Ken Hom expands the culinary horizon with the food of Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam. The increasing popularity of Indian, Chinese and Thai food has led many cooks to explore further afield, and here Ken presents 40 simple, healthy and delicious dishes from the Far East. The cuisines of these countries are characterized by a variety of flavours and cooking techniques: the fresh, sweet and sour flavours of Indonesia (Hot and Sour Indonesian Prawns); the fragrant curries (Malaysian Fish Curry) and spicy grilled meats of Malaysia; the fast fusion food of Singapore (Fragrant Singapore-style Prawn Curry); and the delicate and aromatic cooking of Vietnam (Fresh Vietnamese Spring Rolls). With a menu planner, step-by-step instructions and a guide to essential ingredients and equipment, Foolproof Asian Cookery will tempt cooks everywhere.

In Simple Thai Cookery (published in hardback as Foolproof Thai Cookery), Ken Hom demystifies this delicious and popular cuisine. He describes the basic techniques needed to recreate authentic Thai food and demonstrates 40 of the most well-known dishes with step-by-step instructions and photographs to accompany every stage from start to finish.Kens recipes will appeal to the experienced cook and the novice alike as all are quick and easy to prepare and use readily available ingredients such as lemon grass, ginger and, of course, small Thai chillies. Foolproof instructions will guarantee excellent results every time, from healthy Spicy noodle salad or the comforting Coconut chicken soup to sweet and sour Pad thai or hot and spicy Green curry prawns. With tried-and-tested recipes that include appetizing soups and starters, quick and easy fish, meat and vegetarian main courses and a variety of delicious accompaniments, this is an essential cookbook for anyone who loves Thai food.

Ken Hom is the nations favourite Chinese chef and this is his collection of his best 100 stir-fry recipes. With everything from chicken recipes to vegetarian curries, healthy recipes and food for entertaining friends, modern and traditional, plus appetisers, salads, snacks and side dishes, this cookbook offers an amazing range of tastes, ingredients and styles - all made in the wok.

Exploring China: A Culinary Adventure is the delightful companion book to the BBC TV Show featuring their culinary adventure across ChinaTwo of the most highly respected authorities on Chinese and Oriental cooking today, Ken Hom and Ching-He Huang, come together in this exciting cookbook and is the result of their journey through China on a culinary and cultural odyssey to find the old, the new and the unexpected as shown in the BBC TV show. They tell the story of China, both old and new, through food. Each recipe in the book features a back story from Ken and Ching so you can learn the secret stories behind all your old favourite recipes and be inspired to find new ones. They cook with local families, en route to discover the influence of Buddhism on vegetarian food and whether the Chinese did actually invent tortellini in remote Kashgar before travelling to Sichuan Province, Chinas gastronomic capital. Ken is the old-hand who brought the wok to the West and Ching-He is the energetic newcomer. Together they uncover the secrets of Old China and the techniques of the new, fusing them together to create a unique and authoritative perspective on Chinese food that will surprise and inform.

Wynnie Chan (Author), Ken Hom (Foreword)6 Foreword - Ken Hom; 8 Introduction; Eating for good health; Cutting down on salt, sugar and fat; Healthy cooking techniques; Essential equipment and ingredients; Menu plan; Basic stocks and sauces; 16 Soups And Starters; including: Hot and Sour Soup; Coconut Broth; Five-spice Pork Ribs; Chilli and Lime Prawns; Won Ton; Pork Dim Sum