Khazana: An Indo-Persian Cookbook With Recipes Inspired By Saliha Mahmood Ahmed Book

Khazana: An Indo-Persian cookbook with recipes inspired by Saliha Mahmood Ahmed (Title in this Set) — a brand new, hardcover cookbook for home cooks who love bold, fragrant flavours and modern twists on traditional dishes. Perfect for parents, food lovers, gift buyers and anyone curious about Indo‑Persian cuisine, this book brings together heritage recipes, fresh ingredients and clear, approachable technique so you can cook exciting meals at home.

Condition: BRAND NEW   |   Format: Hardcover   |   ISBN: 9781473678569

Saliha Mahmood Ahmed—winner of MasterChef 2017 and a practising gastroenterology doctor—shares a treasure trove of recipes inspired by her travels across modern‑day India and Pakistan and by the Persian flavours that shaped the region’s kitchens. Khazana (meaning “treasure trove”) combines elegant plating and accessible weeknight options with showstopping dishes for dinner parties. Expect bright, aromatic spice blends, delicate sauces and inventive pairings like Smoked Chicken & Basil Kebabs with Beetroot Basil Salad & Beetroot Buttermilk Raita, Mughul Baked Cod Korma, and Crème Fraîche & Rose Ice Cream with Honey‑glazed Figs.

What’s inside

• Inspirational recipes: Contemporary takes on Indo‑Persian classics, balancing tradition and modern technique.
• Recipe variety: Starters, mains, sides and desserts suited for family meals, entertaining and special occasions.
• Clear guidance: Practical instructions designed for home cooks—whether you’re a confident cook or trying new flavours for the first time.
• Beautiful presentation: Dishes that are as photogenic as they are delicious—great for dinner parties and social cooking.

Why readers trust Khazana

Saliha’s journey from NHS gastroenterology doctor to MasterChef champion gives Khazana both professional rigour and heartfelt authenticity. The book has earned critical recognition—winning the Observer Food Monthly Best Cookbook of the Year 2019, being shortlisted for the Travel Cookery Book of the Year in the 2019 Edward Stanford Travel Writing Awards, and claiming a Gourmand World Cookbook Award in 2020. That pedigree makes Khazana a reliable, award‑winning choice for anyone building a cookbook collection.

Benefits at a glance

• Learn new flavour profiles: Introduces Persian ingredients and blends that lift everyday cooking.
• Versatile recipes: Scalable dishes for family dinners or special gatherings.
• Trusted author: From an award‑winning chef and medical professional with real kitchen experience.
• Durable hardcover: A keepsake cookbook that looks great on the shelf or as a thoughtful gift.

Khazana is more than a recipe book—it's a gateway to a rich culinary tradition reimagined for the 21st century. Whether you’re buying a hardcover edition for your own kitchen, adding to a cookbook collection, or gifting a stylish boxed set to a food‑loving friend, this Indo‑Persian cookbook is a timeless, practical and inspiring addition to any home.