Asafoetida (Ferula asafoetida) is the dried sap, also known as gum resin, extracted from Ferula plant roots. It is frequently dried, pounded into a yellow, coarse powder, and used in cooking or medicine. Asafoetida, also known as hing, is a common ingredient in Indian cuisine, despite being native to Afghanistan and Iran. Because asafoetida contains a high concentration of sulfur compounds, it has a strong, pungent flavor when used as a seasoning.
Although it has a strong flavor and aroma, when cooked, it becomes more pleasant and is often compared to the tastes of leeks, garlic, and even meat.
Benefits
Asafoetida is an effective remedy for several diseases of the stomach, including:
- Whooping cough
- Asthma
- Ulcer
- Epilepsy
- Stomachache
- Flatulence
- Bronchitis
- Intestinal parasites
- Anti-spasmodic
- Weak digestion
- Influenza
How To Use
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Add 1 teaspoon of powder to any of your favorite hot beverages or hot water, and enjoy!!
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There are more ways to add this to your diet.