Asafoetida

In Indian food, asafoetida is often used alongside beans. Asafoetida is a very pungent spice used in very small quantities. It is known for its ability to prevent gas. Made from the latex of a fennel-looking plant in the celery family called Ferula. People sensitive to gluten should be aware that it is often cut with wheat flour and may want to seek out a gluten-free version.
Recipes featuring Asafoetida:
A plate of fansi nu shaak with rotli and yogurt

Fansi nu Shaak | Gujarati Green Beans Saute

Edamame kachori

Edamame Kachori | Edamame Stuffed Pastry Balls

A bowl of dal dhokli

Authentic Gujarati Dal Dhokli | Lentil Soup with Dumplings

Saravga nu shaak

Saragva nu Shaak | Moringa (Drumsticks) Curry with Gravy

Ringan batata nu shaak

Ringan Batata nu Shaak | Eggplant and Potato Sabzi

Parval batata nu shaak

Parval Batata nu Shaak | Pointed Gourd and Potato Curry

Chex Chevdo

Chex Chevdo | Indian Spiced Chex Mix

Pav bhaji

Pav Bhaji

A tray of dhokla

Traditional Khatta Dhokla | Rice and Lentil Steam Bread

Roasted makhana

Spice Roasted Makhana | Simple Makhana Chivda

Dudhi muthiya

Dudhi Muthiya

Bowl of suva ni bhaji

Suva ni Bhaji | Dill Curry

A plate of dal chawal with some papdi

Dal Chawal | Dal Bhat: Pot in Pot Rice and Dal

Bowl of peanut chutney

Peanut Chutney Andhra Style | Groundnut Chutney

Bowl of vaal nu shaak

Vaal nu Shaak | Lima Beans Curry

Bowl of chevdo

Cereal Chevdo | Chevro | Spicy Snack Mix

Chora nu shaak

Chora nu Shaak (Gujarati Style Black-Eyed Peas)

Tuvar lilva kachori

Tuvar ni Kachori (Lilva Kachori)

Watermelon rind curry

Watermelon Rind Curry (Kalingar nu Shaak)

Basket of puris

Masala Puri (Tikhi Puri)