Frontier Natural Products, Powdered Asafoetida, 16 oz (453 g) (Discontinued Item)

• Ferula Assa—Foetida
• Non-Irradiated

Asafoetida is an oleogum resin obtained from the living rhizomes and roots of Ferula assa-foetida, a giant relative of fennel. When used in minute quantities it enhances and blends the flavors of other spices, and imparts a delicate, onion-like flavor.

Asafoetida is widely used to add an onion-like flavor to cooked foods. Iranian and Indian cooks (especially in the south and west) prize asafoetida, and it's particularly relied upon in the Jain and Brahim castes, where onion and garlic are forbidden. Try asafoetida (sparingly) in any vegetarian soups, pickles, or fish dishes. It's also good with grains and lentils. Use it to enhance other flavors, or as a replacement for garlic and onions.

1 tablespoon safflower or sesame oil

3 tablespoons nutritional yeast

1 1/2 teaspoons parsley

1 teaspoon basil

1/2 teaspoon turmeric

1/4 teaspoon cumin

1/16 teaspoon cayenne

1/16 teaspoon asafoetida

1 pound tofu, firm

Directions

Heat oil in frying pan. Stir in spices. Crumble in tofu and stir fry for 10 minutes.

Storage: Asafoetida must be stored in an airtight container as its strong odor will affect other foods and spices.