asafetida
/ˌæsəˈfɛtɪdə/
noun
- A strong-smelling spice made from the dried sap of a plant, used in cooking, especially in Indian cuisine, and also in traditional medicine.
- In some cultures, asafetida is believed to help with digestion.
- She added a pinch of asafetida to the lentil soup for extra flavor.
- Asafetida is often used in vegetarian dishes to mimic the taste of onion and garlic.