Culinary icon, founder of the Kogi food truck, New York Timesbestselling author ofL.A. Son, and star of Netflix’sThe Chef Showshares 100 flavor-packed recipes that empower you to eat healthy–or, at least, healthier–without ditching your go-to favorites.

Built on a foundation of balance and compassion,The Choi of Cookingis Roy Choi’s magnum opus, reflecting his personal journey of cooking, living, and learning from mistakes. When Choi realized that falling victim to his greasy cravings was not sustainable, he began to eat more nutritious foods–but he did ithisway, to build a more realistic lifestyle not based on extreme dieting or deprivation. This equates to vegetable-forward recipes, with plenty of pit stops of comfort along the way, and tons of flavors layered in every single bite.

The Choi of Cookingfocuses on foods that fuel your body, and Choi meets readers wherever they are, recognizing that eating healthy isn’t all or nothing. Yes, thatKimchi Philly Cheesesteakrecipe is real, and exactly as good as it sounds. But Choi also can make vegetables the star of the meal withCalabrian Chile Broccoli RabeandRoasted Cauliflower Steaks with Harissa and Garlic Herbed Butter. And there are comforting, naturally vegetable-heavy rice and noodle bowls likeCold Bibim Noodle “Salad”andVeggie on the Lo Mein Spaghetti.Since this book is about taking steps, not leaps, there’s also plenty of inspiration for when you’re craving something indulgent, likeCrispy Mashed Potatoes, but with “Power Up” modifications to make it healthier when you’re ready.

Reaching for healthier foods is like flexing a muscle, and the work begins with having the confidence to cook at all. To encourage readers to take those first steps in the kitchen, Choi shares his culinary philosophy, including bits of wisdom and stories that expand on his approach to food.The Choi of Cookingis more than a collection of recipes; it’s a guide to creating a more balanced life.