Martin Yan's Invitation to Chinese Cooking

by Martin Yan

Through his award-winning public television series, Yan Can Cook, and numerous cookbooks, Yan has encouraged millions of home cooks to explore the exciting world of Chinese cooking. With Martin Yan's Invitation to Chinese Cooking, a new generation of readers can embark on this adventure. Yan makes it easy to find, purchase, and prepare traditional Chinese ingredients with an illustrated glossary of Chinese ingredients and detailed guide to Chinese cooking techniques. Simple and delicious recipes for every course are accompanied by practical tips, cultural lore, and Yan's own anecdotes. There has never been a better time to experience the fun and satisfaction of cooking Chinese meals at home. And there is no better teacher than Martin Yan. Martin Yan's Invitation to Chinese Cooking opens the door to all of the delicious possibilities.

Genres: Cookbooks, Cooking

239 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1999

About the author

Martin Yan (Chinese: 甄文達) is a Chinese-born Hong Kong-American chef and food writer. He has hosted his award-winning PBS-TV cooking show Yan Can Cook since 1982.

Reviews

[Danielle · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great for those looking to try dishes similar to those offered at P.F. Chang's. I was surprised to find variations of what they serve offered in here - and I'm guessing this book predates their appearance in that chain by a few years. Of course, the dishes that P.F. Chang's uses are not exactly the same, and perhaps they are derived from similar ancestors... Either way, it's funny that they've made their way into an upscale "bistro" type of setting. Yan's sense of humor and friendly style is an wonderful accompaniment to the many varied recipes. I appreciate the variety of the listings both in terms of finished product and in reference to the effort and skill required to prepare each dish - there really is something for almost every occasion and inclination in here.