Hing / Asafoetida

Questions & Answers for Hing / Asafoetida

What are the different varieties of asafoetida available?

There are mainly 2 varieties of asafoetida available. They are Hing Lal (Red asafoetida) and Hing Kabuli Sufaid (Milky white asafoetida). 

In what forms asafoetida is made available?

Asafoetida is made available in crystal, granules, and powder forms.

What are the packaging types available for asafoetida?

Asafoetida is made available in various packaging types such as plastic packets, plastic boxes, plastic pouches, steel containers, plastic containers, etc.

What are the uses of asafoetida?

Asafoetida is typically used in Indian kitchens as a flavoring spice in a variety of foods like chutney, pickles, poha, dal, etc. It is also used in various Ayurvedic and herbal medicines. 

How much does asafoetida cost?

The price of asafoetida is mentioned below:

Forms Of Asafoetida	Minimum Price/Kilogram
Granular Asafoetida	Rs 2000-3000
Crystal Asafoetida	Rs 6500-8000
Liquid Asafoetida	Rs 7000-9000
Powder Asafoetida	Rs 200-1000