6 Spices, 60 Dishes: Indian Recipes That Are Simple, Fresh, and Big on Taste

Name: 6 Spices, 60 Dishes: Indian Recipes That Are Simple, Fresh, and Big on Taste
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Rating: 4.2 (11 reviews)
Author: Ruta Kahate

by Ruta Kahate

Cookbooks

4.2 (11)

160 pages~2.7 hr readPublished by Chronicle Books LLC

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Last checked: Jan 29, 2026

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Perfect for you if...

You want to cook Indian food at home but think you need a spice cabinet the size of a small shop.
You're busy and need weeknight dinners that don't taste like shortcuts.
You're drawn to Ayurvedic principles and want to eat well without fussy ingredient lists.

Maybe not for you if...

You love exploring obscure spices and building a massive collection.
You're after trendy fusion recipes rather than grounded, authentic Indian cooking.
You prefer books with minimal headnotes and just want the ingredient list and method.

About this book

A collection of 60 Indian recipes using just six spices: cayenne, coriander, cumin, turmeric, mustard seed, and asafetida. Chef Ruta Kahate presents dishes that are fresh, healthy, and easy to prepare, featuring vegetables, raitas, grains, and dals. Many recipes include Instant Pot variations for convenience. Example dishes include Mustard Shrimp with lettuce and citrus salad, Coconut Beef Stew, and Parsi-Style Rajma. The book includes stories from Kahate's culinary experiences around the world and colorful photography. Kahate was a teaching cook in the Bay Area before moving to Goa. Born and raised in India, she has lived in California, Hong Kong, Goa, and Wisconsin. Her recipes draw on Ayurvedic principles and her experience living in India and abroad. The recipes are clearly written and tested.

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