Spice Magic Kashmiri Chili Powder 7oz (200g) I Mild Low Heat Red Chili Powder I All Natural, Salt-Free, Non-GMO, Vegan, Gluten Free

Great onion alternative!

If you are on an anti inflammatory diet (like me), then this seasoning works really well in place of garlic. I think, it does have an off putting smell before you start cooking with it. The flavor really does mimic garlic nicely.

If you are allergic to onions this works well for a substitute. It’s fresh. Fair pricing. Good taste.

I have experimented with this spice to add variety to my cooking. It has an interesting flavor and definitely adds to many recipes. One does need to heat it in a bit of hot oil to bring out the flavor which is reminiscent of onion and garlic.

Nicely packaged, fresh, fine ground and usable right away. I think that I might put some into a spice jar and make it a little bit easier to sprinkle in to my teas.

From everything I've read about Asafetida, only a pinch is needed. This brand says it's pure, but I had to use much more to get the flavor. I am trying the pure resin next to see if there is a difference. If it is the same, I will update my post

This asafetida definitely has a very strong smell when you first open the container. It is intense enough that you may want to hold your breath for a second. That said, once it is used in cooking, it does not make the food smell bad at all. Instead, it adds a really nice garlicky, oniony depth of flavor that I have come to enjoy. A little goes a long way, so the container lasts a long time. It blends well into dishes and adds that savory note you cannot quite place but definitely notice when it is missing. If you are familiar with hing, this is exactly what you would expect. Overall, despite the strong odor out of the package, this is a great spice to have in the kitchen. The flavor it adds to cooked food is excellent, and I enjoy using it regularly.

Okay, this stuff isn't for the mild of heart. It has a unique scent which might be off-putting to some. But after my initial hesitation, I find that I'm using it a lot more than I thought I would. This is good in just about everything. I've put it on eggs, tofu, and even in soups. It is like onion and garlic had a baby and named it Asafetida. I'd encourage you to give it a try if you want to try something a little different. It isn't just for Indian food.