Asafoetida, also known as hing, is a spice made from the dried sap of a plant in the carrot family. It has a pungent, sulfuric flavor and is used as a culinary seasoning and in Ayurvedic medicine. Vandevi Hing Powder is a compounded asafoetida powder that is 100% pure and free from any adulterants. It is an essential ingredient in Indian cooking and imparts a unique flavor to food.