What's Inside?

Ferula assa-foetida is a species of Ferula endemic to Southern Iran.
It is the source of asafoetida, but its production is confined to Southern Iran, especially the area near Lar.
Outside its native range, other asafoetida-producing species are often misidentified as F. assafoetida
Asafoetida Powder is a sulfurous-smelling gum-resin that's extracted from Furcula plants.
Asafoetida resin is produced by solidifying juice that comes out of cuts made in the plant's living roots.

Benefits?

Organic Asafoetida Powder has vitamin B12, D, E, Magnesium, Copper, Selenium & Zinc.
Asafoetida Powder is rich in fiber aids.
Adds flavor to food.

Uses?

Just a pinch or two of organic asafoetida powder will give your dish that slightly funky Indian flavor while enhancing all the other ingredients around it.
It's great in curries and Indian dishes, but because of its burnt-oniony-garlicky flavor.
You can add 1/2 tsp of Asafoetida powder directly in hot oil (tempering method), along with other whole spices, and continue to cook as per the recipe.
Add it in between the cooking process along with other ingredients while making the base curry sauce.

Substitute?

Research says that the best substitute for Asafoetida powder is Garlic powder, Garlic Minced or Onion Powder.
Tiny amounts give a gentle lift to cheese dishes, eggs, salad dressings, and fish.