Book overview
"If you love Asian cuisine, you are going to love this cookbook." --Gordon Ramsay, from the foreword
A hilarious, one-of-a-kind guide to authentic Asian cooking from social media superstar Uncle Roger.
Haiyaa...Uncle Roger is begging you to cook better. After years of entertaining millions of "nieces and nephews" with his hilarious critiques and genuine love of authentic Asian food, he's finally gathered all his culinary wisdom (and strong opinions) into his debut cookbook.
Don't Mess Up Your Rice is the ultimate guide to mastering Asian cuisine the right way, from weeknight staples to dishes that will make you say "FUIYOH!" In chapters like Fry Rice, you'll perfect the legendary Uncle Roger's Egg Fry Rice. You'll explore noodles like Pad Thai and Niece Tway's Pho. The Other Dishes That Uncle Roger Craves chapter features crowd-pleasers like Chicken Satay and Real Sweet and Sour Pork. Even desserts get the Uncle Roger treatment with comforting classics like Red Bean Soup and Bubur Cha Cha. From mastering the rice cooker and wok to sourcing ingredients from Asian grocery stores, get ready to laugh and learn as Uncle Roger critiques Western misconceptions and shares his wisdom. Discover the secrets behind pounding spices, choosing the right chilies, and how MSG is the king of flavor.
"From classic curries to truly perfect fried rice, every recipe is rooted in real technique and bold, uncompromising flavor" (Nick DiGiovanni, chef and New York Times bestselling author). Packed with personal stories, foolproof techniques, and plenty of humor including photography like no other cookbook, Don't Mess Up Your Rice is the essential companion for any home cook looking to up their game and create memorable, truly authentic Asian meals.
A hilarious, one-of-a-kind guide to authentic Asian cooking from social media superstar Uncle Roger.
Haiyaa...Uncle Roger is begging you to cook better. After years of entertaining millions of "nieces and nephews" with his hilarious critiques and genuine love of authentic Asian food, he's finally gathered all his culinary wisdom (and strong opinions) into his debut cookbook.
Don't Mess Up Your Rice is the ultimate guide to mastering Asian cuisine the right way, from weeknight staples to dishes that will make you say "FUIYOH!" In chapters like Fry Rice, you'll perfect the legendary Uncle Roger's Egg Fry Rice. You'll explore noodles like Pad Thai and Niece Tway's Pho. The Other Dishes That Uncle Roger Craves chapter features crowd-pleasers like Chicken Satay and Real Sweet and Sour Pork. Even desserts get the Uncle Roger treatment with comforting classics like Red Bean Soup and Bubur Cha Cha. From mastering the rice cooker and wok to sourcing ingredients from Asian grocery stores, get ready to laugh and learn as Uncle Roger critiques Western misconceptions and shares his wisdom. Discover the secrets behind pounding spices, choosing the right chilies, and how MSG is the king of flavor.
"From classic curries to truly perfect fried rice, every recipe is rooted in real technique and bold, uncompromising flavor" (Nick DiGiovanni, chef and New York Times bestselling author). Packed with personal stories, foolproof techniques, and plenty of humor including photography like no other cookbook, Don't Mess Up Your Rice is the essential companion for any home cook looking to up their game and create memorable, truly authentic Asian meals.
