Hingu

Sanskrit: हिंगु Botanical: Ferula narthex / F. foetida

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.

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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