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🌿 Herb / spiceLow glycemicGluten free
Asafoetida
Şeytantersi
Homeland
Iran and Afghanistan
Season
Year-round (dried resin)
Nutrition values
Per 100 g, raw
| Energy | — kcal |
| Carbohydrate | — g |
| of which sugars | — g |
| Fiber | — g |
| Protein | — g |
| Fat | — g |
Did you know?
The dried resin that seeps from the root of a giant fennel. Raw its smell is sharp and off-putting, but a few seconds in hot oil turn it into a mellow, onion-and-garlic-like flavour. In India it stands in for onion and garlic in kitchens that avoid them.
Consumption tip
Even natural produce may carry pesticide residues. Wash fruits and vegetables under plenty of running water and discard the outer leaves of leafy greens. A short soak in vinegar water can also help reduce residues. Where possible, prefer certified organic or good-agricultural-practice products.