It highlights "frugal, healthy, and delicious" meals that make a little meat go a long way. Essential Contents
Notable recipes include stir-fried potato slivers with chili pepper, "pock-marked old woman's beancurd" (Mapo Tofu), vegetarian "Gong Bao Chicken," and "emergency late-night noodles".
Provides a helpful glossary of essential sauces and spices in both English and Chinese. Author Background Every Grain of Rice: Simple Chinese Home Cooking
Unlike Dunlop's earlier works that focused on specific regional cuisines like Sichuan or Hunan, this book is a celebration of everyday cooking across southern China.
The book emphasizes a traditional Chinese approach where vegetables are the stars of the meal, and meat or fish are used in smaller portions for flavor. It highlights "frugal, healthy, and delicious" meals that
Every Grain of Rice: Simple Chinese Home Cooking (2012) is a James Beard Award-winning cookbook by Fuchsia Dunlop that focuses on the healthy, vibrant, and accessible world of Chinese home cooking. Key Philosophy and Focus
The book serves as both a recipe collection and a foundational guide for beginners and connoisseurs alike. Author Background Unlike Dunlop's earlier works that focused
Fuchsia Dunlop was the first Westerner to train as a chef at the Sichuan Higher Institute of Cuisine. She is internationally renowned for her ability to translate authentic Chinese flavors into recipes that are approachable for home cooks without losing their traditional essence. Where to Buy
