These cookbooks feature simple yet delicious recipes from the Muslim world.
1. Arabian Cuisine
From exotic Mediterranean dishes to hearty family meals, this book allows even the novice cook to create elegant meals from the Arab world. Just follow the clear and foolproof instructions for making traditional and healthy dishes such as Stuffed Grape Leaves or Shish Kebab. You may want to pass on the more exotic entries, like Fried Locusts and Kuwaiti Lamb's Head!2. Persian Cooking for a Healthy Kitchen, by Najmieh K. Batmanglij
Full color photos and easy-to-follow instructions make this a wonderful Persian cookbook. Over 100 recipes, adapted to be more low-fat and healthy.
3. Classic Turkish Cooking, by Ghillie Basan
Uncompromising recipes for Turkish delicacies, demonstrating the region's influences from Italy and Spain and its affinities with the cooking of India.