Asafetida (sometimes spelled Asafoetida)...A Little History! Native to Southwestern Asia. A little known spice outside of India, asafetida is obtained from the rhizome of the giant fennel plant. Powdered asafetida has a strong odor, reminiscent of picked garlic. In most Indian cooking it is used as a flavor enhancer and once cooked releases an onion-like flavor. 

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• ❤️Strong Aroma! Asafetida has the strongest aroma of any spice...when cooked the aromas transforms, leaving behind a rich and pleasurable taste of onion and garlic. Often used as a Garlic/Onion substitute, also in dal (soups) to offset/help digest beans & lentil.
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• ❤️Net Wt. 3.75oz (106g), Authentic Indian Product, Alternate Names: Asafoetida, Hing, Heeng (Hindi)