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Asafoetida as a Garlic and Onion Substitute

Asked May 04, 2020 by Heidi C.

This is a response to a question I have heard a couple of times on the show, "What can substitute for onions and garlic?" I have heard that the spice asafatida/asafoetida/asafoeteda (perhaps found at Indian markets? I've also seen it at some co-op grocery stores) can be used as a substitute for onions and garlic, although I don't have personal experience with this.

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