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Culinary superstar Roy Choi—renowned chef, creator of the famous Kogi food truck, bestselling author of L.A. Son, and host of Netflix’s hit series The Chef Show—returns with a vibrant new cookbook featuring 100 deliciously satisfying recipes aimed at helping you eat healthy without sacrificing flavors or comfort.

In The Choi of Cooking, Choi shares his personal philosophy and lifestyle, shaped by years of cooking, living, and learning through experience and mistakes. Guided by balance and compassion, Choi embarked on a journey toward healthier eating when he realized that indulging his greasy cravings wasn’t sustainable in the long run. Rather than restrictive dieting or feeling deprived, he embraced a more realistic way to enjoy food, highlighting vegetable-forward dishes that do not compromise on taste.

Each recipe is thoughtfully crafted to nourish your body without forcing drastic changes, meeting you exactly where you are in your eating habits. For example, the crave-worthy Kimchi Philly Cheesesteak is as delicious as it sounds, proving healthier eating doesn’t have to mean giving up beloved favorites. At the same time, Choi beautifully showcases vegetables in appealing ways like Calabrian Chile Broccoli Rabe or Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Harissa and Garlic Herbed Butter. He also includes comforting rice and noodle dishes that naturally feature plenty of vegetables, such as Cold Bibim Noodle “Salad” and Veggie on the Lo Mein Spaghetti. Since making changes can come in gradual steps rather than huge leaps, recipes like Crispy Mashed Potatoes include optional “Power Up” modifications that offer simple ways to enhance their nutritional value when you’re ready.

Choi understands that choosing healthier options is like exercising a muscle, and it all begins by having the confidence to get into the kitchen and start cooking. Throughout the book, Choi shares helpful culinary wisdom, personal stories, and practical advice that will motivate and support readers in crafting a more balanced lifestyle. Ultimately, The Choi of Cooking is more than a cookbook; it’s an inspiring guide to better eating habits and a healthier approach to life.