Description
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?
- 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 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.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Asafoetida Powder |
| Brand | Naturevibe Botanicals |
| Form | Fine Powder |
| Ingredient | Asafoetida (Ferula species resin) |
| Botanical Source | Ferula assa-foetida |
| Color | Pale Yellow to Beige |
| Appearance | Fine Resin Powder |
| Aroma | Strong, Sulfurous, Pungent |
| Flavor Profile | Savory, Onion-Garlic Like |
| Dietary Preference | Vegan |
| Recommended Use | Cooking, Curries, Spice Blends, Tempering, Savory Dishes |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight |
| Packaging | Food Grade Packaging |
| GMO Status | Non-GMO |
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