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Asafoetida (Hing)
Herbs & Spices

Asafoetida (Hing)

88
Health
ScoreA

Asafoetida (hing) is a pungent resin powder from Ferula roots, used as a digestive carminative and onion-garlic-like umami seasoning.

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Why Asafoetida (Hing) scores 88

Nutrient density27
Protein quality5
Fiber content6
Healthy fats5
Bioactive compounds14
Glycemic impact9
Top nutrients

% Daily Value per a pinch (2 g)

Iron 4.3%Calcium 1.1%Manganese 0.9%Niacin 0.1%Phosphorus 0.1%

Nutrition

per_100g

297
Calories
4g
Protein
68g
Carbs
1.1g
Fat
4g
Fiber

Health benefits

Eases digestion and reduces bloating

limited evidence

Volatile organosulfur compounds stimulate digestive enzyme secretion and relax gastrointestinal smooth muscle, a classic carminative action

Provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory phenolics

limited evidence

Ferulic acid and coumarins scavenge free radicals and modulate inflammatory mediators

Offers antimicrobial activity

limited evidence

Sulfur volatiles and resin acids inhibit growth of several gut and foodborne microbes

Pairs well with

  • ·Always bloom in hot oil or ghee before adding other ingredients because heat converts harsh sulfur compounds into savory umami
  • ·Pair with legumes and brassicas where its carminative action helps offset their gas-forming fibers

Practical tips

  • ·Best timing: with_meals
  • ·Use only a pinch because raw hing is overpowering and the flavor multiplies as it cooks
  • ·Add to hot oil at the start of tempering (tadka), not at the end
  • ·Store in a tightly sealed jar because its aroma permeates and it absorbs moisture readily

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