16K views · 123 reactions | Asafoetida is a spice that is an integral part of the Indian cuisine. It is a natural medicine and a go-to home remedy for digestion-related problems. A recent project by the CSIR-IHBT has given India a chance to taste the spice cultivated in its own land. Based in Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, the CSIR-IHBT has planted 800 saplings of ferula asafoetida. | The Hindu | Facebook

Homemade Asafoetida powder from Bar asafoetida Take asafoetida bar and place it in a microwave safe dish. It is helpful if you line the baking dish with parchment paper because asafoetida tends to stick to the pan. ▢ Place the pan into the microwave and cook on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Check after 30 seconds, to make sure that it didn’t get burnt. Usually it will take around 45 seconds to 1 minute. Now it will get puffed like a ball and gets lighter in weight. ▢ Remove from oven and leav