Asafoetida (Hing)

Asafoetida is a spice which has a very strong flavour and odor and usually only added as a small pinch to some Indian foods. It is usually sold in powder form and is sprinkled into food.

Medicinal Use
Helps with Digestion and it is believed to eliminate stagnant waste from the intestinal tract.

Used In:
  • Sambhar and Rasam
  • Fried Foods
  • Pickles
  • Tamarind Rice
  • Tamarind Gravies and Kolambu