Hing (Asafoetida) is dried latex which is extracted from the rhizome or tap root of ferula plant. Originally, it is native to Iran and Afghanistan but nowadays it is also cultivated in Pakistan and India. And though it has a pungent smell and is bitter in taste, this spice is widely used in cooking. A common reason it lends an appealing flavour to the cooked dishes. As a seasoning, asafoetida is known for its strong, pungent odor, which is due to its high concentration of sulfur compounds. In fact, due to its unpleasant smell, it’s sometimes referred to as stinking gum.

In ayurvedic medicine, hing is used to aid digestion and gas, as well as treat bronchitis and kidney stones. During the middle ages, some people wore the dried gum around their necks to help ward off infection and disease. The product is free from impurities such as weevils and stones. For additional information regarding the product, please contact the dubby support team.