Break a speck
Crush a very small crystal with a mortar and pestle.
Pure asafoetida resin crystals
The hing that works by the tiny pinch.
Concentrated crystal form with no added starch and no wheat flour—made for cooks who want the ingredient, not a filler-heavy powder.
₹449
10 g glass jar
- Resin crystals
- No added starch
- No wheat flour
Strong by nature. Used with restraint.
Product of Afghanistan
Resin crystalsSold in concentrated crystal form, not compounded powder
No added starchNo starch used to bulk the jar
No wheat flourNo wheat flour added as a filler
Tiny quantityBegin with a speck; its aroma is naturally intense
10 gconcentrated resin crystals
What is inside matters
Hing was a resin before it became a powder.
Crystal form keeps the ingredient visible and the usage honest: crush a very small piece, bloom it in warm fat, and let the tadka carry it through the dish.
- Pure asafoetida resin crystal form
- Intense, characteristic aroma
- Product of Afghanistan
3simple steps
Your first tadka
Crush. Bloom. Cook.
The only learning curve is quantity. Start with less than instinct tells you—you can always add more next time.
Warm oil or ghee
Let the crushed hing open briefly in warm fat.
Build the tadka
Add your other spices and continue the recipe.
Concentrated pantry character
Afghani Hing Crystals
₹449
10 g · glass jar
A tiny amount of pure resin crystal for cooks who want unmistakable hing aroma without added starch or wheat flour.
- Pure asafoetida resin crystal form
- No added starch or wheat flour
- Free shipping on qualifying orders
Need to know
Quick answers before your first pinch.
How is this different from regular hing powder?
This product is asafoetida resin in crystal form rather than a compounded powder. It is concentrated, so you use a much smaller amount.
How much should I use?
Begin with a tiny speck. Crush it and bloom it in warm oil or ghee. The right amount depends on the dish and your taste, so start conservatively.
How should I store it?
Keep the jar tightly sealed in a cool, dry place. Hing’s natural aroma is strong and can travel to nearby foods if left open.
Let the tadka announce dinner.
Start with a speck, bloom it gently, and let one small jar earn its space in the pantry.