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Asofoetida Powder (Kayam Podi)

Asofoetida Powder (Kayam Podi)

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Quantity: 100g
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Pesticide and chemical free

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Pounded the traditional way

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Pure artisanal spices

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Sourced directly from farmers

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Washed and dried

Get ready to transform your cooking with the bold, aromatic magic of our asafoetida powder! (kayam powder) Known as the secret ingredient in many traditional recipes, this potent spice delivers a deep, savory umami flavor that enhances the taste of every dish. Just a tiny pinch releases its rich, garlicky aroma, bringing an irresistible depth to dals, curries, stir-fries, and pickles. Beyond its culinary charm, asafoetida is also prized for its digestive benefits, making your meals not just delicious but wholesome too. 

Spice Basket Asofoetida Powder is also known as kayam podi, kayam powder or kaya podi, it is a pungent and fragrant spice which is used to bring rich flavour and traditional taste to ordinary Indian cuisine. This strong smelling asafoetida powder with its distinctive savoury touch is a must-have item in Kerala and South Indian cookery.

If you are wondering what is asafoetida powder, it is a spice powder derived from asafoetida resin and is widely used in tiny quantities to improve the taste of food. Asafoetida powder is called Kayam powder in English and Kaya podi in English is also the same spice. In Hindi, Hing is known as Asafoetida. Kayam powder is also frequently known as Hing powder in Hindi.

Spice Basket Kayam Podi is ideal for sambar, rasam, dal, curries, chutneys, pickles, thoran, avial and lentil based recipes. Sambar kayam is frequently used in Kerala households to give sambar its original scent and taste. If you are looking for sambar kayam in English then sambar kayam is asafoetida used for sambar. A little sprinkle of kayam is sufficient for sambar to enhance the taste and make the meal more fragrant.

One of the famous advantages of Asafoetida Powder is that it has been traditionally used to aid digestion and to reduce the heaviness after eating food. It is extremely effective in dal, beans and pulses recipes where it helps to balance the taste and fragrance.

Spice Basket Asafoetida Powder mixes nicely with mustard seeds, curry leaves, cumin, turmeric, chilli powder, coriander powder and coconut oil. This kayam is carefully packaged to maintain its freshness, strength and scent, bringing real taste and traditional sweetness to every spoon.

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At Spice Basket, every spice is sourced directly from farmers to ensure authenticity at its root.
We process with utmost care, preserving the natural aroma, flavor, and richness.
Our masalas and powders are pounded the traditional way—just like home, just like nature intended.

FAQs

 What makes Spice Basket products different from regular store spices?

All our spices and blends are directly sourced from small farmers, cleaned, sun-dried, and pounded in small batches, without chemicals or preservatives. This means you get the natural aroma, oils, and potency intact.

How fresh are your products?

Spices are processed only after order batches are confirmed, ensuring maximum freshness. We also pack them in airtight, food-grade pouches to preserve aroma and quality.

Are Spice Basket products organic?

While not all items are certified organic, they are grown naturally and chemical-free, meeting or exceeding organic quality in purity and sourcing.

Are your products really pesticide-free?

Yes. Every batch is tested and verified to be free from harmful pesticides and additives. We partner with farms that follow natural and sustainable cultivation practices.