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Asafoetida (Hing)
Ferula assa-foetida
SpiceFerula assa-foetida — a resin from the fennel family. Hing is the #1 NONG substitute for onion and garlic flavor.
About Asafoetida (Hing)
Asafoetida (hing) is a dried resin from the Ferula plant, prized in Jain and NONG cooking as the primary substitute for onion and garlic. A tiny pinch provides a pungent, savory aroma similar to alliums.
🍳 Cooking Tips
Hing is NONG safe and the most important spice for NONG cooking. Use a tiny pinch (1/8 tsp) in hot oil at the start of cooking. Blooming hing in oil releases its full aroma. Store in an airtight container as its smell is very strong.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is hing a good substitute for onion and garlic?▼
Yes! Hing is the #1 recommended substitute. A tiny pinch in hot oil mimics the pungent, savory notes of onion and garlic. It's been used in Jain cooking for centuries for this purpose.
Is all hing NONG safe?▼
Check the label — some commercial hing brands mix the resin with wheat flour or rice flour as a carrier. The hing itself is always NONG safe, but verify the carrier doesn't contain hidden alliums.
How much hing should I use?▼
Very little — 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon for a dish serving 4. Hing is extremely pungent and using too much can make food bitter.