Curries from the Sultan’s Kitchen by Doris M. Ady is a vibrant culinary guide that opens the door to the rich and diverse world of South Asian curries—specifically from India, Pakistan, Burma, and Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
- 116 recipes: A wide-ranging collection of curries and accompaniments, tailored for home cooks using ingredients easily found in Australia and New Zealand.
- Spice mastery: It teaches how to blend and balance spices to create curries that range from meek-and-mild to hellish-hot.
- Eastern sweets and cakes: Beyond savoury dishes, it includes a handful of recipes for subtle and delicious desserts from the East.
- Accessible gastronomy: Designed for enterprising cooks, it shows how a modest pantry can unlock sophisticated meals, intimate dinners, or crowd-pleasing dishes
Originally published in Sydney in 1968, the book reflects a mid-century enthusiasm for global flavours and culinary exploration. It’s part recipe book, part cultural bridge—ideal for those who appreciate not just the taste but the story behind the dish.
CONDITION: 1971 Reprint A.H & A. W Reed Soft Back Spiral Bound Book. Very Good Condition some general edge / shelf wear to the covers (see image). The binding is solid, and the pages are clean and bright, letter W to the edge of the page block (see image).