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Indian Asafoetida recipes. Hing recipes. Asafoetida, which is more commonly known as hing in India, is a resin that is made from fennel plants. It is grown mostly in Iran and Afghanistan and is said to have been introduced to India in the 16th century. It is mostly sold in a powdered form and it widely using in Indian cooking.

 Nylon Khaman Dhokla ( Gujarati Recipe) Nylon Khaman Dhokla ( Gujarati Recipe)

Hing when uncooked is very pungent but gives a very nice umami flavor to the food once cooked. It is an essential in Indian cooking and is used in a lot in dals, subzis and sambhars along with other spices like turmeric.

 

Hing Recipes for Snacks and Accompaniments

Hing has such a strong flavor that even a small quantity is enough for a large amount of food. Apart from the usual curries and mains, asafoetida is also used to flavor many snacks and accompaniments with it. The most common way to use it is to add it to the oil, cook it for a few seconds and then add the rest of the ingredients. Khaman Dhokla, a Gujarati favorite, has a pretty mild taste till it is jazzed up with mustard seeds and hing. Even the ever favorite Vada Pav, which is made hardly with 4-5 ingredients, has a great taste of hing.  

Vada PavVada Pav

 

Since asafoetida gives a pleasant umami flavor that slightly represents the taste of onion and garlic, it acts as a substitute for those flavors in Jain Recipes. Indian Jain recipes like Cooked Rice Pancakes and Masala Puri are perfect examples of how this unique spice is used in Indian Jain Cuisine. Apart from this, hing is also used for pickling.

 Masala Puris Served with Curds and Chunda, Masala Puri for Breakfast Masala Puris Served with Curds and Chunda, Masala Puri for Breakfast

The addition of asafoetida makes for a tongue tickling pickle like Lehsun Ka Achaar, and these flavors are not only limited to pickles but also tangy dips like Achaari Dip.

 

Asafoetida Recipes for Indian Food 

Another way of cooking hing is to add it to water to water and boil so that the flavor gets encompassed well. This is usually done in south Indian curries like Sambhar, where a whole blend of spices is boiled in water to get a flavor bomb in the sambhar to eat with rice, idlis or Dosas.

SambharSambhar

 

The same way it is used in Rasam, a tomato and tamarind thin soup with varying spices. Asafoetida is cooked with a buttermilk to make flavorful Gujarati Kadhi.

KadhiKadhi

Asafoetida flavors rice, dals and subzi dishes as well that too in the whole of India. Starting form Brinjal Rice, Khichdis to Aloo Methi and Sagu, all these have the taste of hing. Even though it is used widely in Indian cuisine, it takes a little getting used to for the people who try it for the first time as the flavor is pungent.

 Brinjal Rice Brinjal Rice

To get rid of this, but still enjoy the flavor, you can add it to tadka, or tempering, over the food.

 

There is no rule as to what you can add tempering to, it can vary from snacks like Vegetable Rava Idli and Khandvi to dals like Khatta Moong.

 Khandvi ( Besan Gujarati Khandvi) Khandvi ( Besan Gujarati Khandvi)

 

Benefits of Hing

Hing ( Asafoetida) : The active compound 'coumarin' helps in managing blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Asafoetida is known to have anti-bacterial properties, which helps to keep asthma at bay. Asafoetida is an age-old remedy for bloating and other stomach problems like flatulence.

 Khatta Moong ( Gujarati Recipe) Khatta Moong ( Gujarati Recipe)

The best solution is to gulp down little hing with water or dissolve it in water and sip it. It can also be used along with curd or almond oil as a hair mask. It helps to prevent dryness of hair and smoothen as well as strengthen hair.

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Enjoy our collection of indian asafoetida recipes below. 

  • Agreed, dosas taste the best when they are fresh and crisp, but there is a homely charm to … More..

    Recipe# 6245

    21 August, 2015

    114

    calories per serving

  • Microwave  Methi Pakoda Kadhi  Recipe |  Instant Methi Pakoda Kadhi | Microwave Fenugreek Dumpling Kadhi | The Microwave Methi … More..

    Recipe# 734

    27 August, 2015

    235

    calories per serving

  • A thoughtful way to make use of leftover rice, and a brilliant idea to transform simple kadhi into … More..

    Recipe# 4500

    31 August, 2015

    266

    calories per serving

  • This is one snack that will be there in most South Indian houses on almost all days. Indeed, … More..

    Recipe# 5112

    01 September, 2015

    60

    calories per serving

  • An interesting twist to the homely thepla makes it an exciting snack that will fascinate young kids. To … More..

    Recipe# 6244

    01 September, 2015

    213

    calories per serving

  • Mumbai roadside coconut chutney recipe | Indian street food coconut chutney | chutney for idli, dosa, uttapam, vada … More..

    Recipe# 318

    08 September, 2015

    19

    calories per serving

  • Khichu is a traditional savoury dish made with rice flour, perked up with whole spices like jeera and … More..

    Recipe# 6258

    11 September, 2015

    239

    calories per serving

  • A tantalisingly flavourful bhaji prepared with aromatic dill leaves, the Shepu chi Bhaji is an all-time favourite Maharashtrian … More..

    Recipe# 6191

    28 September, 2015

    235

    calories per serving

  • This khichdi, which innovatively combines bajra, zucchini and colourful capsicum, looks and tastes good! Bajra is highly alkaline, … More..

    Recipe# 5819

    14 October, 2015

    243

    calories per serving

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    Recipe# 6270

    16 October, 2015

    13

    calories per serving

  • The palak koftas are the highlight of this recipe! They transform a simple, everyday kadhi into a more … More..

    Recipe# 5753

    21 October, 2015

    238

    calories per serving

  • Just a look at the ingredients list of this recipe will speak volumes about it! Tasty and satiating, the … More..

    Recipe# 2554

    01 November, 2015

    162

    calories per serving

  • tamatar ki kadhi recipe | tomato kadhi | Jain tomato curry | with 20 amazing images.tamatar ki kadhi … More..

    Recipe# 196

    01 November, 2015

    91

    calories per serving

  • This fantabulous recipe using matki is so tasty that you will soon want to prepare the same dish … More..

    Recipe# 2563

    01 November, 2015

    319

    calories per serving

  • Lose yourself in this exciting potato-packed kadhi, which is so delicious it is likely to overshadow the rest … More..

    Recipe# 2693

    04 November, 2015

    169

    calories per serving

  • When you are tired of the daily Sambhar , this delectable Kolumbu will lend a special touch to … More..

    Recipe# 2335

    24 November, 2015

    146

    calories per serving

  • sprouted curry with methi muthia recipe | moong sprouts sabzi with methi muthia | muthia moong sabzi | … More..

    Recipe# 1566

    16 December, 2015

    279

    calories per serving

  • Here is a tongue-tickling curry of sprouted kala chana, cooked with whole spices, ginger-green chilli paste and jaggery. … More..

    Recipe# 1273

    22 December, 2015

    0

    calories per serving

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    Recipe# 4672

    22 December, 2015

    163

    calories per serving

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    Recipe# 4185

    08 January, 2016

    116

    calories per serving

  • Although Missi Rotis get their unique flavour from besan, the dough is almost always made with a combination … More..

    Recipe# 4356

    16 January, 2016

    77

    calories per serving

  • The ideal rasam to serve on a cold winter’s day! Jeera-Pepper Rasam is a good antidote for common … More..

    Recipe# 4972

    18 January, 2016

    100

    calories per serving

  • Ever wondered if it is possible to make succulent and satiating dhoklas within minutes? Your dream comes true, … More..

    Recipe# 688

    18 January, 2016

    267

    calories per serving

  • This tongue-tickling rice treat is prepared with readily-available ingredients, but has an unforgettable flavour and pleasing texture.The key … More..

    Recipe# 2275

    19 January, 2016

    0

    calories per serving

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    Recipe# 3373

    22 January, 2016

    0

    calories per serving

  • This unique Corn Curry features a blend of flavours that you will thoroughly relish. A dash of tomato … More..

    Recipe# 4431

    27 January, 2016

    294

    calories per serving

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    Recipe# 3524

    12 February, 2016

    22

    calories per serving

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    Recipe# 4697

    13 February, 2016

    0

    calories per serving

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    Recipe# 5234

    01 March, 2016

    77

    calories per serving

  • Just how easy can it be to prepare a lip-smacking dal? Well, we urge you to get into … More..

    Recipe# 1343

    05 March, 2016

    151

    calories per serving

    114

    calories per serving

    Agreed, dosas taste the best when they are fresh and crisp, but there is a homely charm to … More..

    235

    calories per serving

    Microwave  Methi Pakoda Kadhi  Recipe |  Instant Methi Pakoda Kadhi | Microwave Fenugreek Dumpling Kadhi | The Microwave Methi … More..

    266

    calories per serving

    A thoughtful way to make use of leftover rice, and a brilliant idea to transform simple kadhi into … More..

    60

    calories per serving

    This is one snack that will be there in most South Indian houses on almost all days. Indeed, … More..

    213

    calories per serving

    An interesting twist to the homely thepla makes it an exciting snack that will fascinate young kids. To … More..

    19

    calories per serving

    Mumbai roadside coconut chutney recipe | Indian street food coconut chutney | chutney for idli, dosa, uttapam, vada … More..

    239

    calories per serving

    Khichu is a traditional savoury dish made with rice flour, perked up with whole spices like jeera and … More..

    235

    calories per serving

    A tantalisingly flavourful bhaji prepared with aromatic dill leaves, the Shepu chi Bhaji is an all-time favourite Maharashtrian … More..

    243

    calories per serving

    This khichdi, which innovatively combines bajra, zucchini and colourful capsicum, looks and tastes good! Bajra is highly alkaline, … More..

    13

    calories per serving

    When you feel like snacking on something, but also want to keep High Blood Pressure in check, try … More..

    238

    calories per serving

    The palak koftas are the highlight of this recipe! They transform a simple, everyday kadhi into a more … More..

    162

    calories per serving

    Just a look at the ingredients list of this recipe will speak volumes about it! Tasty and satiating, the … More..

    91

    calories per serving

    tamatar ki kadhi recipe | tomato kadhi | Jain tomato curry | with 20 amazing images.tamatar ki kadhi … More..

    319

    calories per serving

    This fantabulous recipe using matki is so tasty that you will soon want to prepare the same dish … More..

    169

    calories per serving

    Lose yourself in this exciting potato-packed kadhi, which is so delicious it is likely to overshadow the rest … More..

    146

    calories per serving

    When you are tired of the daily Sambhar , this delectable Kolumbu will lend a special touch to … More..

    279

    calories per serving

    sprouted curry with methi muthia recipe | moong sprouts sabzi with methi muthia | muthia moong sabzi | … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    Here is a tongue-tickling curry of sprouted kala chana, cooked with whole spices, ginger-green chilli paste and jaggery. … More..

    163

    calories per serving

    Chatpate Aloo recipe | Chatpate Masala Aloo |  potato fingers sabzi  | Chatpate Aloo, a name that itself promises … More..

    116

    calories per serving

    Great taste without oil! If that’s hard to believe, just try this recipe first. This Khatti Meethi Dal … More..

    77

    calories per serving

    Although Missi Rotis get their unique flavour from besan, the dough is almost always made with a combination … More..

    100

    calories per serving

    The ideal rasam to serve on a cold winter’s day! Jeera-Pepper Rasam is a good antidote for common … More..

    267

    calories per serving

    Ever wondered if it is possible to make succulent and satiating dhoklas within minutes? Your dream comes true, … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    This tongue-tickling rice treat is prepared with readily-available ingredients, but has an unforgettable flavour and pleasing texture.The key … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    Masala Baati recipe | Rajasthani Masala Baati |  Bharwa Masala Baati | Masala Baati, a cherished staple of Rajasthani … More..

    294

    calories per serving

    This unique Corn Curry features a blend of flavours that you will thoroughly relish. A dash of tomato … More..

    22

    calories per serving

    This Stuffed Bhavnagari Mirchi recipe is quite unique, compared to the usual way of preparing these chillies stuffed … More..

    0

    calories per serving

    arhar ki dal with spinach recipe | Punjabi toovar aur palak ki dal | healthy palak toor dal … More..

    77

    calories per serving

    Baked ghugra, here is another delectable snack made with a spicy filling of green peas and coconut which … More..

    151

    calories per serving

    Just how easy can it be to prepare a lip-smacking dal? Well, we urge you to get into … More..

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