Use in Cooking & Taste Enhancement
When cooked, it mellows to deliver a savory, umami-rich flavor similar to onions and garlic, making it essential in vegetarian and vegan dishes, especially where these ingredients are avoided. It is commonly added to lentils, curries, pickles, and spice blends, enhancing overall taste and aiding digestion by reducing flatulence and bloating
Digestive Aid and Gut Health Booster
One of asafoetida’s most celebrated uses is in digestive health. It stimulates the secretion of digestive enzymes and bile, facilitating fat digestion and alleviating bloating and gas.