LG Hing (Asafoetida) 100g (3.5oz)

About This Item

• LG Hing is a compounded asafoetida powder—a blend of resin extracted from the Ferula plant (giant fennel), mixed typically with gum arabic and wheat flour for easier dosing

• LG is one of the earliest globally-distributed brands of compounded hing, with over a century of heritage from Laljee Godhoo & Co., supplying to markets including India, UK, USA, UAE, Canada, Australia, and more

Packaging & Ingredients

• Typically packaged in a 0.1 kg plastic jar or bottle—handy for everyday kitchen use .

• Ingredients: Asafoetida resin, gum arabic, and wheat starch/flour, so not suitable for those avoiding gluten unless the label specifies otherwise

Flavor & Aroma

• Raw powder scent is notoriously pungent—often described as sulfuric, eggy, or similar to pickled garlic.

• On cooking, especially when fried briefly in hot oil or ghee, the odor mellows into a smooth, onion- or leek-like flavour, enriching the dish”s savory depth