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It is also known as "devil's dung", "devil's herb", "stinking gum", "food of the gods" and "giant fennel". Its English and scientific name is derived from a combination of the Persian word for resin and a Latin word which refers to its strong sulfurous odor (the reason for its many unpleasant names). What?

  1. Hing

  2. Tulsi

  3. Turmeric

  4. Jeera

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Hing (asafoetida) is known as 'devil's dung' and 'stinking gum' due to its strong sulfurous odor. Its name comes from Persian 'anga' (resin) and Latin 'foetida' (smelling), which perfectly describes this pungent spice used in Indian cooking.