Steven Raichlen's Healthy Latin Cooking

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Description: Latin American food is bursting with explosive flavors and vibrant colors. But Latin food is also known for its generous use of lard, deep-fat frying, and salty ingredients. Can you get one without the other? You can now! This book has traditional recipes from every country in Latin America, made lighter and better-tasting than you ever imagined. Each recipe explains the techniques used to reduce the fat and calories while retaining the flavor and texture. 

To make crisp empanadas without deep-fat frying, Raichlen "bake-fries" the meat pies in the oven with only a small amount of oil. His healthy guacamole replaces some of the high-fat avocado with tomatillos (Mexican green tomatoes). To make a healthier flan, he uses lower-fat dairy products. 

From the mild side to the wild side, you'll find incredibly satisfying recipes like Mexican Hot Chocolate, Huevos Rancheros, Roast Pork, Beef Fajitas, Roasted Spiced Chicken, and Nicaraguan Three Milks Cake. Some recipes are inspired by contemporary Nuevo Latino cuisine, like Plantain-Crusted Grouper, Yucassoise (a Latin take on France's vichyssoise), and Guava Cheesecake. Traditional healing recipes include Lemongrass Tea, Plantain Soup, and Yucatan Chicken-Lime Soup. This is the first book to combine the fantastic flavors of traditional Latin food with contemporary methods for healthy, convenient cooking. Also featured: 

• Before-and-after nutrition charts with each recipe 
• Streamlined cooking methods 
• Guide to healthy Latin cooking techniques 
• Glossary of Latin ingredients 
• Dozens of "Pronto!" recipes ready in under 30 minutes 
• Holiday food gifts 
• Fiesta menus for traditional celebrations 
• Health tips from the official Healthy Traditional Latin American Diet Pyramid 

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