Asafoetida has a strong flavor reminiscent of onions and garlic and is often used as a substitute for these ingredients in vegetarian dishes. Apart from its culinary uses, asafoetida has been traditionally used in medicine for its potential digestive benefits, including reducing gas and bloating. It is also known for its antimicrobial and antiviral properties. When used in cooking, it is typically ground into a powder and combined with other spices.

BENIFITS

• Asafoetida adds a unique umami flavor to dishes, often used as a substitute for onions and garlic in vegetarian and Jain recipes.
  
• It's a key ingredient in spice mixtures like sambar powder and pickling spices.
  
• Used in lentil dishes and bean-based recipes to reduce gas and bloating.
  
• Asafoetida is known for its carminative properties, helping to relieve gas, bloating, and indigestion.
  
• It may help in lowering blood pressure due to its coumarin content, which aids in blood thinning.