Types of Hing (Asafoetida) Raw Hing: This is the purest form of hing and is sold in lumps or blocks. It requires additional processing before use. Compounded Hing: This form is mixed with a filler ...

Asafoetida, a smelly, acrid spice beloved by Indians, has been used to lace their food for centuries. But it was never cultivated in the region - until now. Last week, scientists planted about 800 ...