Zareen's Pakistani Kitchen - by Zareen Khan & Umair Khan (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Hitting all the South Asian greatest-hit recipes you already know and love, Zareen's Pakistani Kitchen simplifies and demystifies homestyle kababs, curries, kormas, and samosas for a thoughtfully curated and easily accessible set of Indian-Pakistani recipes designed to minimize the fear factor of unfamiliar ingredients and techniques. Beginning with Pakistani food 101 with pantry items and substitutes, common methods, and essential ingredients, this book then moves on to popular street food, kabab and curries entrâee staples, vegetarian-friendly mainstays such as daals, and even Zareen's famous masala chai recipe"--

Book Synopsis

Zareen's Pakistani Kitchen: Recipes from Pakistan, India, and Beyond

Replete with stunning photography and heartfelt stories, Zareen's Pakistani Kitchen celebrates the rich, diverse flavors of Pakistani cuisine--along with beloved Desi dishes from across the Indian subcontinent.

Created by the team behind the Michelin Guide-approved restaurant Zareen's in the San Francisco Bay Area, this cookbook makes authentic Pakistani, Indian, and South Asian recipes simple, approachable, and deeply satisfying for home cooks everywhere.

Inside, you'll find 95 flavorful recipes designed for American kitchens, blending favorites from Zareen's restaurants, nostalgic family dishes, and vibrant street food from Karachi. Discover:

• Popular street eats like Paratha Rolls, Bun Kabab, and tangy Chaat
• Entrée staples such as Beef Nihari, Biryani, and Chicken Tikka Masala
• Specialties from Zareen's Memoni community like Memoni Crispy Fried Chicken
• Vegetarian classics including Tarka Daal and Bhindi Masala
• Handmade breads from pillowy Naan to flaky Lachha Paratha
• Sweet treats like creamy Kulfi, rich Burfi, and Zareen's famous Doodh Patti Chai

A special menu-planning section offers festive meals for Diwali and Muslim holidays like Eid and Ramadan, helping you bring joy to every celebration.

You'll also find:

• A complete introduction to the Desi pantry, with easy-to-find ingredient substitutes and kitchen essentials

• Spotlights on inspiring women (including poet Rupi Kaur and food blogger Michelle Tam)

• A commitment to giving back, with proceeds supporting select charities

The authors' mission is threefold: to make Pakistani food accessible, to share their love for South Asian culture, and to inspire women--especially immigrant women--toward creativity, entrepreneurship, and activism.

Perfect for foodies, travelers at heart, and anyone craving the comfort of home-cooked South Asian meals, Zareen's cookbook is your passport to the vibrant, aromatic world of Pakistani and Indian recipes -- a culinary adventure you can bring home.

Review Quotes

"Zareen's dishes are vibrant, flavorful, and made with love! Let the beautifully crafted recipes transport you to a weeknight dinner at her delicious Palo Alto restaurant, where I'm lucky enough to be a regular."
--Emily Mariko, lifestyle content creator

"Zareen masterfully combines the rich tapestry of our culinary heritage with a modern, accessible approach to cooking. Her passion for food shines through each beautifully crafted recipe, making it easy for home cooks to re-create delicious, authentic dishes. This book is not just a collection of recipes; it's a journey through flavors, traditions, and the joy of bringing people together over a shared meal. Zareen's Pakistani Kitchen is a must-have for anyone who loves to cook, eat, and celebrate life's most delicious moments."
--Shiza Shahid, cofounder of Our Place cookware

"I'm beyond thrilled to finally get my hands on the recipes from Zareen's, the best Pakistani restaurant in the SF Bay Area! Zareen's Pakistani Kitchen: Recipes from a Well-Fed Childhood is bursting with authentic, mouthwatering dishes that will spice up your home cooking!"
--Michelle Tam, New York Times­--bestselling cookbook author and creator of Nom Nom Paleo

"Zareen's Pakistani Kitchen feels like bringing a piece of my favorite restaurant home. Every recipe captures the incredible flavors and love that Zareen and Umair pour into their food. It's a must-have for anyone who craves bold, authentic Pakistani dishes." --­Ronica Rupan-Tompkins, BuzzFeed Tasty culinary content creator and recipe developer

"Zareen's dishes are vibrant, flavorful, and made with love! Let the beautifully crafted recipes transport you to a weeknight dinner at her delicious Palo Alto restaurant, where I'm lucky enough to be a regular." --Emily Ellis, lifestyle content creator

About the Author

ZAREEN KHAN: Born in Karachi, Zareen specializes in Pakistani and North Indian food while celebrating the cuisine of the Memons, an ethnic community hailing from Gujarat, India, and Karachi, Pakistan, to which her family belongs. Zareen started her restaurant business at 43, shortly after winning her battle with oral cancer in 2012. Now a celebrated restaurateur, Zareen has a global following for her eponymous Bay Area restaurants.
UMAIR KHAN: Also born in Karachi, Umair co-founded Zareen's with his wife. He is also founder of Folio3 Software, a global tech services firm, founding partner at Mentors Fund, an early stage tech investment firm, and a visiting professor at UC Berkeley.