Asafetida

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Commonly known as Hing in Indian cuisine, asafetida is a spice with a similar taste to onions, garlic, or leeks. Use to add garlic or onion flavor without having to add any real garlic or onion. As a seasoning, it should be used in small amounts to help enhance the overall flavor of your dish. Try seasoning curries, seafood or roasted vegetables.

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Savory and slightly bitter, with a flavor profile similar to onions, garlic and leeks. When cooked, it's oniony in both taste and aroma, making it a beneficial substitute for onion or garlic for those who may have dietary restrictions.

How to Use

Asafetida is used to enhance the flavor of your recipe, slightly similar to how salt can. It's also commonly used as substitute or replacement for garlic and onions. Try adding to curries, seafood, grilled meats, and roasted vegetables.

About This Blend

Asafetida is a spice powder made from the ground, dried resin of a giant fennel plant. It's native to India, Iran and Afghanistan. In Hindi, it's called Hing. It's also known as the "Devil’s Dung" and "Stinking Gum," as it has an unpleasant aroma when uncooked.

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This slightly spicy take on a classic Indian dinner is a quick way to add to your weeknight chicken repertoire. Add more Vindaloo to up the heat to your taste, or tame the heat with a dollop of yogurt. Don't skip out on the Asafetida--it adds an aromatic, uniquely Indian flavor that will remind you of your favorite takeout.

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