Asafoetida (Hing) Asafoetida is a yellow mustard powder. This is obtained from the resinous gum of a tropical plant which is closely related to the fennel family. It can be bought from Indian and Pakistani grocers in solid pieces or in powder form. It has quite a powerful smell, but when fried in minute quantities in hot oil with other spices, it imparts a certain distinctive flavour which is an integral part of the strict vegetarian diet. Asafoetida is used very sparingly because of its very strong flavour. It is never used in recipes for meat and poultry dishes.
Posted on: Thu, 25 Dec 2014 13:20:26 +0000