What is Hingu (Detailed)?
Additional details: Two main types — Hingu (strong, from Ferula narthex) and Hingupatri (milder). Oleo-gum-resin collected by making incisions in root. Best quality from Afghanistan (Bahlika Desha). Used extensively in South Indian cooking.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 1
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