Masala & Meatballs – Anolon Promotion

Asha Shivakumar’s Masala & Meatballs: Incredible Indian Dishes with an American Twist marries the the warm soulfulness of Indian spices with American classics. White chicken curry pot pie, Curried shrimp skewers with pineapple, and Potato and chickpea burger with apple cilantro chutney are examples of the magical fusion you will find in this collection of outstanding recipes. 

Asha is the voice behind Food Fashion Party and believes that food is art and that cooks should always be experimenting with flavors. I couldn’t agree more with her vision. I approach cooking with that same passion whether I am developing my own recipe or adapting a recipe from a cookbook. Here, in her debut cookbook, she caters to both novice and experienced cooks and invites them to be bolder in the kitchen. Why have banana bread when you can add orange and cardamom to take your bread to the next level or try a cilantro chutney to yam and potato wedges. Her recipes shake flavors up, they are approachable and the photographs in this title are breathtaking.

Asha and her recipes have achieved worldwide popularity. As editor of The Feed Feed, she has helped develop an international community of cooks. Whether readers are looking to take their cooking in a new direction or they are just starting out, everyone will want to try the exciting new flavor combinations in this book that are delightful and delicious.

The Chicken meatballs and noodles in spicy plum barbecue sauce were such a wonderful departure from spaghetti and meatballs that we all enjoyed it. Right now I am in the midst of returning from travel, packing, and work, and I am not able to try as many recipes as I would like from each book I review. Often,  I just don’t have the patience to style and photograph a dish.  But, hopefully after summer we will be in our new home and I’ll be able to tackle all the recipes that I want to make from this fabulous book and the many others that have been released this year.

Take a closer look inside Masala & Meatballs with our  and check out the following recipes with .

What is better than a new exciting cookbook? A shiny new piece of cookware to accompany the book! 

The above-pictured Anolon Covered Braiser is ideal for making many of the dishes in Masala & Meatballs. This specifics for this piece include: 

  • 3-Quart Covered Braiser
  • Durable three-ply construction features an aluminum core between layers of stainless steel for excellent heat distribution
  • The braiser is suitable for use on all stovetops, including induction; the polished, sophisticated stainless steel exterior is easy to clean
  • Comfortable stainless steel handles are dual riveted for strength; deep-seated lid seals in heat and moisture with a clean, professional look
  • The covered braiser is oven safe to 500 degrees Fahrenheit and dishwasher safe, and works well with other Anolon cookware pieces and sets
  • It is stylish and looks great coming to the table (I have a thing for pretty cookware – quality, pretty cookware, that is).

Page Street Publishing is offering three copies of Masala & Meatballs and Anolon is offering three of their beautiful braisers in our contest below open to US members. 

The publisher is offering three copies of Masala & Meatballs and Anolon is offering three braisers in our contest below open to EYB Members in the US . One of the entry options is to answer the following questions in the comments section of this blog post.

Which recipe in the index would you try first?

Please note that you must be logged into the Rafflecopter contest before posting or your entry won’t be counted. For more information on this process, please see our step-by-step help post. Be sure to check your spam filters to receive our email notifications. Prizes can take up to 6 weeks to arrive from the publishers. If you are not already a Member, you can join at no cost. The contest ends at midnight on June 25th, 2018.

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111 Comments

  • annmartina  on  May 8, 2018

    Chicken & waffles.

  • mjes  on  May 8, 2018

    Chutney sandwiches with whipped goat cheese spread (Bombay sandwiches)

  • Lorihahn  on  May 8, 2018

    The onion rings with wasabi aioli!!!!!

  • MadMom  on  May 8, 2018

    I think the No-Yeast Naan bread sounds good!

  • MiMi60  on  May 8, 2018

    Hush puppies with pepper and cumin (Rice bondas) to go with hubbies catfish..

  • sgump  on  May 8, 2018

    The chicken soup with vegetable-stuffed wontons (momos) sounds lovely!

  • sarahawker  on  May 8, 2018

    White chicken curry pot pie

  • lauriesk  on  May 8, 2018

    Tomato-dal soup

  • lcomer  on  May 8, 2018

    Bombay sandwiches and the chicken garlic naan pizzas! I am loving everything I am seeing in the index.

  • Nancith  on  May 8, 2018

    Chickpea & cauliflower stew with apple & onion salad sounds really interesting.

  • Nhcookingdiva  on  May 8, 2018

    Chicken meatballs with garlic and herbs!

  • thecharlah  on  May 8, 2018

    Chickpea cauliflower stew with apple and onion salad

  • rchesser  on  May 8, 2018

    White chicken curry pot pie!

  • michalow  on  May 8, 2018

    Apple cilantro chutney

  • lean1  on  May 9, 2018

    I would like to try the Socca. Sounds wonderful!

  • contest718  on  May 9, 2018

    Coffee-chocolate walnut challah. I wish I could get the hang of making challa bread!

  • HeatherLynn  on  May 9, 2018

    Tamarind skillet chicken sounds amazing!!

  • mightymhk  on  May 9, 2018

    I would like to make socca

  • laffersk  on  May 9, 2018

    Chicken meatballs sautéed with garlic and herbs

  • ravensfan  on  May 9, 2018

    Fish tacos

  • Wojtanowski  on  May 9, 2018

    vegetable savory cake

  • Sueskitchen  on  May 9, 2018

    Coconut cardamom granola with saffron-infused yogurt

  • amyz218  on  May 9, 2018

    Coriander-spiced pulled chicken wraps

  • lgroom  on  May 9, 2018

    Socca

  • artthecat  on  May 9, 2018

    Curried crab corn chowder

  • KZielke  on  May 9, 2018

    Tomato-dal soup

  • southerncooker  on  May 9, 2018

    White chicken curry pot pie

  • JMelnick  on  May 9, 2018

    The coffee chocolate walnut challah

  • JulieG1002  on  May 9, 2018

    Coffee-chocolate walnut challah

  • dbielick  on  May 10, 2018

    Orange chiffon cake with pistachio-cardamom swirls

  • kmn4  on  May 10, 2018

    Lychee mint lemonade

  • matag  on  May 10, 2018

    Curried crab corn chowder

  • fortyeightbits  on  May 10, 2018

    Cracker chaat!

  • demomcook  on  May 11, 2018

    Coffee-chocolate walnut challah

  • LaurenE  on  May 11, 2018

    Tamarind skillet chicken

  • t.t  on  May 11, 2018

    Saffron milk bread

  • jessiecomp  on  May 12, 2018

    Oh definitely the chickpea cauliflower stew would be my first choice!

  • LMS209  on  May 12, 2018

    tamarind chicken skillet 🙂

  • mpdeb98  on  May 12, 2018

    Coriander-spiced pulled chicken wraps

  • jezpurr  on  May 12, 2018

    Tamarind skillet chicken!!!^_^

  • eboogie  on  May 12, 2018

    BBQ season has begun so I'd love to try the Grilled corn on the cob with lime chili sauce .

  • clairew137  on  May 13, 2018

    chickpea cauliflower stew

  • jmay42066  on  May 13, 2018

    Grilled corn on the cob with lime chili sauce

  • catmommy9  on  May 13, 2018

    Chickpea roasted garlic fries

  • amylou61  on  May 13, 2018

    I'd like to try making the Chicken soup with vegetable-stuffed wontons

  • smartie101  on  May 14, 2018

    Tomato Dal Soup

  • leilx  on  May 16, 2018

    Corn-onion-cashew fritters! Coconut-cardamon granola with saffron-infused yogurt!

  • sarahcooks  on  May 16, 2018

    I made the chicken meatballs and they were fantastic. They would make a great chicken burger and I plan on trying that!

  • floridagld  on  May 17, 2018

    curried crab corn!

  • Siegal  on  May 19, 2018

    I want to make socca

  • verorenee  on  May 19, 2018

    Coffee-chocolate walnut challah sounds amazing!

  • Alleycat  on  May 19, 2018

    The chutney and goat cheese sandwiches or the chicken meatballs. Yum!

  • RSW  on  May 20, 2018

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    Coffee-chocolate walnut challah

  • ket06e  on  May 21, 2018

    Potato and chickpea burger

  • SarahGelle  on  May 21, 2018

    Definitely the instant, no-yeast naan

  • Dannausc  on  May 21, 2018

    Chickpea roasted garlic fries

  • Teruska  on  May 22, 2018

    Really hard to choose but I think it would be Nut-crusted halibut with green onion sauce .

  • RNJessicaK  on  May 23, 2018

    Honey Cake AND Sweet Potato & Paneer Galette!!

  • eatysmith  on  May 23, 2018

    "Which recipe in the index would you make first in your new braiser?" Chicken meatballs sautéed with garlic and herbs!

  • Kimberly62  on  May 24, 2018

    spiced balsamic cocktail nuts

  • Kduncan  on  May 25, 2018

    Peppery Cumin Buns

  • Ozma81  on  May 25, 2018

    White Chicken Curry Pot Pie

  • fbrunetti  on  May 25, 2018

    Minced lamb croquettes stuffed with egg

  • ChazBrenchley  on  May 25, 2018

    Hasselback egg with chili and fennel drizzle

  • lizkamerer  on  May 26, 2018

    I’d love to try Coconut jaggery bread pudding!

  • Debcancook  on  May 26, 2018

    Coffee-chocolate walnut challah sounds amazing! A bread recipe I would enjoy making!

  • EmilyR  on  May 26, 2018

    Bruschetta with spiced eggplant (Eggplant bhurtha)

  • lydiag12  on  May 27, 2018

    I would try Spiced popcorn – sweet and spicy peanut chili first!

  • threefourpfeif  on  May 27, 2018

    I'd try the Chickpea-roasted garlic fries

  • dusksunset  on  May 27, 2018

    Vegetable savory cake

  • Mrs.Soule  on  May 28, 2018

    Instant No-yeast Naan would be my first recipe try-out. Our family loves naan and an easy DIY recipe would be great.

  • beetlebug  on  May 28, 2018

    No churn coffee ice cream with cashews and chocolate chili drizzle!

  • robynsanyal  on  May 28, 2018

    Onion rings with wasabi aioli

  • PeavineBlues  on  May 29, 2018

    Spiced eggplant

  • Shana.  on  May 29, 2018

    No-churn coffee ice cream with cashews and chocolate-chili drizzle

  • LABeachGal  on  May 29, 2018

    Orange chiffon cake with pistachio-cardamom swirls sounds amazing!

  • skyejaden  on  May 30, 2018

    Hush puppies with pepper and cumin (Rice bondas)!!

  • riley  on  May 30, 2018

    Coconut rice with peas

  • NaomiH  on  May 30, 2018

    Harissa roast chicken with rice and eggs

  • lpatterson412  on  May 30, 2018

    Saffron Milk Bread!!

  • lhudson  on  May 31, 2018

    Masala chicken wings

  • nicolepellegrini  on  June 1, 2018

    Peppery chicken liver stir-fry is intriguing me. I love chicken livers and this is a way I've certainly never tried them before.

  • Laura1  on  June 1, 2018

    chickpea cauliflower stew

  • LizyB  on  June 3, 2018

    tamarind chicken!

  • sallansd  on  June 3, 2018

    Coconut rice with peas

  • HomespunHouse  on  June 3, 2018

    Chicken meatballs and noodles in spicy plum barbecue sauce

  • Katiefayhutson  on  June 3, 2018

    Chicken meatballs sautéed with garlic and herbs

  • sequoia55  on  June 4, 2018

    Sweet Potato & Paneer Galette

  • allthatsleftarethecrumbs  on  June 4, 2018

    Spiced lentils with scalloped sweet potato and yam.

  • Dmartin997  on  June 4, 2018

    Chicken curry soup with rice crackers.

  • OzarkChef  on  June 4, 2018

    I want to try Corn-onion-cashew fritters (Pakoras)

  • Sfgordon  on  June 4, 2018

    I would love to try Coffee-chocolate walnut challah — have been wanting to try my hand at challah making for a long time!

  • Julia  on  June 4, 2018

    Masala chicken wings

  • LeePicard  on  June 7, 2018

    Spiced Chickpea Pancake (Socca) although there are many, many recipes I would like to try. This book has a lot of recipes that look like food I would enjoy cooking and eating! Hard to pick just one. That's how I know it is really an interesting cookbook.

  • KarenDel  on  June 8, 2018

    I would make the Vegetable savory cake

  • bangss  on  June 9, 2018

    The curried peanut dip sounds really interesting!

  • parnassus  on  June 10, 2018

    sesame mini cakes!!!

  • orchidlady01  on  June 16, 2018

    Curried crab corn chowder

  • VeryVigario  on  June 16, 2018

    Chicken meatballs and noodles in spicy plum barbecue sauce

  • thewoobdog  on  June 18, 2018

    I'd make Coconut Rice with Peas or White Chicken Curry Pot Pie (probably wouldn't work in the braiser, haha).

  • cellenly  on  June 19, 2018

    tamarind chicken

  • Lmocooks  on  June 19, 2018

    Coriander-spiced pulled chicken wraps

  • FireRunner2379  on  June 19, 2018

    I'd like to make the Mushroom and chive omelet in the braiser!

  • starzine  on  June 20, 2018

    I would make the Curried peanut dip with naan chips.

  • ladybrooke  on  June 20, 2018

    I'd make the Spinach fritters (Pakoras).

  • Jenamarie  on  June 23, 2018

    Harissa roast chicken with rice and eggs

  • percussion03  on  June 23, 2018

    Saffron milk bread

  • enpsmom  on  June 25, 2018

    Oh my – it's hard to pick just one. The hush puppies? the spiced balsamic cocktail nuts? 🙂

  • lebarron2001  on  June 25, 2018

    Onion rings with wasabi aioli

  • genie28  on  June 25, 2018

    The lentil-rice risotto sounds really good but I'm all in for that coffee ice cream!

  • jigglesfrog  on  June 25, 2018

    Spinach fritters (Pakoras)

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