Asafoetida powder 40g

Derived from the resin of a giant fennel plant, it has a particularly strong odour which is due to sulphur compounds in its volatile oil. It is also known as asafetida and hing and is sometimes referred to as Devil’s Dung due to its foetid smell. It is only grown in Afghanistan, Iran and India where it is highly valued for its medicinal properties.

Pure asafoetida is extremely pungent and is normally compounded with rice flour or white wheat flour. Our powder is compounded with gluten-free arrowroot starch (also suitable for low FODMAP diets) making it appropriate for sufferers of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and those who desire a gluten-free diet.

As it cooks, its strong smell mellows, and is replaced with the smell and flavours of onion and garlic. It’s a useful spice for those who can’t tolerate onion or garlic and the consequent gas and strong breath.