Dressed in a green sari, Chef Pankaj was excited about the book launch. She reviewed her journey from being a MasterChef contestant to writing the MasterChef India Cook Book. She said, "My first book is dedicated to all the people who love to cook food. I followed two mottos for this cook book. One was to include dishes that a housewife can prepare at home with ease. And secondly, I ensured that the ingredients in the dishes were easily available everywhere. I wanted such recipes in the book which were not only from India and abroad but also ones that a housewife can make. I have included some of my family's favourite recipes and others which I know women would like to make when they want to cook a special dish. Like Kaukshwe which is a Burmese soupy noodle dish and everyone at home can enjoy it. Of course we Indians love noodles and Kaukshwe brings in a different take to that. Barbequed lamb chops, Masaledar Raan are other dishes in the book which are doable by anyone and that was the basic idea behind the book."
Chef Kunal and Chef Vikas praised Pankaj and her zest for food and even spoke about her success. "This is her day and it should be celebrated. She has worked really hard to ensure the dishes appeal to one and all and can be easily prepared at home. I am proud of what she has achieved," said Chef Vikas. Photographer Saba was present and she revealed that all dishes were prepared in her studio and photographed.
The MasterChef India Cook Book is divided into four sections - the lip smacking deserts like coconut caramel custard, the very special MasterChef kitchen recipes like the Creamy Crunchy Orange Surprise, Gorgeous Gourmet like fish in Coconut Curry & Quick Fix recipe like Burnt Garlic Chilli Pot Rice, Tangy Tomato Chicken. The book has over 70 recipes.
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