Asafoetida or better known as Hing in India is used widely in Indian cooking. It has very distinguish aroma. Some say similar to leek. Indian food will not be complete without it.
Benefit- Hing is used as digestant in Indian cooking. It also acts as taste enhencer. Especially used in Sambhar and meat preparations. Meat can be heavy on stomach, addition of hing helps in deigestion.
Use- The best way to use is to put it hot oil in start of cooking. It can also be added inbetween.
Amount- Only a pinch is enough. If used too much, it tends to overtake flavours of other spices.
Enjoy cooking Indian.
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