Also known as Hing, Asafoetida is used to add a garlic-like tastiness, frequently used in Indian vegetarian dishes. Is used sparingly.
Named after its fetid aroma, Asafoetida is made from the white resinous sap, which turns dark brown on drying, of a variety of giant Fennel. It is a close relative to the now extinct ‘laser root’ that was mentioned in Roman cooking. Due to the difficulty in handling, the resinous gum it is usually blended with some form of starch to make it manageable.
Ingredients
Rice Flour, Gum Arabic, Asafoetida Resin, Turmeric. No added wheat, however may contain traces of gluten less than 20ppm due to manufacturing practices.
Produce of India. Packed in Australia.
Use
Always use in small amounts and keep very well sealed to prevent contamination of the flavour to other ingredients in the pantry.
