Fuchsia Dunlop trained as a chef at China's leading cooking school and is internationally renowned for her delicious recipes and brilliant writings on Chinese cuisine. "Every Grain of Rice" is inspired by the healthy and vibrant home cooking of southern China, where meat and fish are enjoyed in abundance while vegetables take center stage. Try blanched Choy Sum with hot oil, Hangzhou beans with ham, pockmarked tofu, or steamed chicken with shiitake mushrooms. If you need something quick, Fuchsia's emergency noodles for late nights are a great option. Many of the recipes require only a few ingredients and are surprisingly easy to prepare. The book includes a comprehensive introduction to the key spices and techniques of Chinese cooking, as well as the "magical ingredients" that can transform humble vegetarian ingredients into wonderful delicacies. With stunning photography and clear instructions, this is an essential volume for both beginners and connoisseurs alike.