{"product_id":"masala-lab","title":"Masala Lab: The Science of Indian Cooking (Illustrated Bestseller)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnlock the hidden science behind your favorite Indian dishes and turn your kitchen into a joyful, creative laboratory!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAbout the Book:\u003c\/b\u003e Ever wondered why adding a pinch of salt elevates the sweetness of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"83\"\u003ekheer\u003c\/i\u003e, or why throwing a teabag into a pressure cooker yields perfectly textured chickpeas? In \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"178\"\u003eMasala Lab\u003c\/i\u003e, self-proclaimed science nerd Krish Ashok takes readers on a culinary journey that demystifies Indian cooking through the lens of chemistry, physics, and food science.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eExhaustively researched and deliciously funny, this book breaks down traditional cooking methods into fundamental scientific principles. Rather than providing rigid recipes, Ashok explains the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"193\"\u003ewhy\u003c\/i\u003e behind culinary techniques—from mastering the Maillard reaction to browning onions efficiently, understanding spices, and optimizing equipment like pressure cookers and mixies. Complete with insightful illustrations, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"414\"\u003eMasala Lab\u003c\/i\u003e empowers home cooks to experiment confidently, optimize flavor, save time, and fall in love with the craft of cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScience Meets Culinary Art:\u003c\/b\u003e Explores the physical and chemical reactions behind browning, tadka\/tempering, flavor extraction, and spice pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFocus on Technique over Recipes:\u003c\/b\u003e Teaches core culinary algorithms and concepts so you can improvise and create without strictly following recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePractical Kitchen Hacks:\u003c\/b\u003e Packed with smart time-saving tricks, equipment optimization tips, and scientific validations of traditional kitchen wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEngaging \u0026amp; Illustrated:\u003c\/b\u003e Written in a witty, accessible tone accompanied by clear diagrams, charts, and illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BEETLE BOOK SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52662744416539,"sku":null,"price":424.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/2150\/0699\/files\/81BGNqBFZmL._SL1500.jpg?v=1784877653","url":"https:\/\/beetlebookshop.com\/products\/masala-lab","provider":"Beetle Book Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}