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What Are The Culinary Uses Of Hing Asafoetida Powder?

Historically Hing or Asafoetida was first used in Europe, over time its use decreased there but it is commonly used in Indian Subcontinent. Hing or Asafoetida is very beneficial for health and its special aroma and flavor improves taste of food, today this is one of the favorites of cooks and homemakers. Asafoetida is derived from plant Ferula Asafoetida from Apiaceae family. The resin like gum is extracted from roots and stem of the plant which is whitish in color when fresh. Once this resin dries out it turns to amber color and hardens. These days Hing is available either in powder form or compound form. To obtain pure Asafoetida or hing out of compound form there is very simple technique. Dry heat the whole compound in a fry pan for 3-5 minutes, flip it and heat its other side as well. After few minutes white patches here and there will start to appear, let it cool down but not completely and when it is bearably hot take out the white patches. Collect them and grind them in grinder to get pure Hing Asafoe
tida powder. Powder obtained with this method not only has better aroma and taste but also more nutrition and holds good for one month if stored properly.

Culinary Uses of Hing Asafoetida Powder

Hing or Asafoetida powder is particularly used for seasoning lentils and beans, it makes these dishes very tasty and aromatic and also easy to digest. Hing Asafoetida powder is fried with turmeric, red chili, cumin seeds and celery in clarified butter to season Lentils after cooking for special taste and smell.

Hing or Asafoetida powder is used in all type of Curries; it compliments other spices and makes Curries even more delectable. This is used in gravies prepared for non-veggie dishes particularly chicken.

Hing or Asafoetida powder is used with all commonly cooked vegetables like Potato, Cauliflower, Green vegetables, Cabbage etc. Whether cooked dried or with gravy these vegetables get enhanced taste and aroma if seasoned with Asafoetida powder.

In Southern India cuisines like Sambhar and Rasam are commonly made for daily meals. Hing Asafoetida powder is necessary ingredient to enhance their taste and nutritional value.

Hing or Asafoetida powder mixed with salt is used to sprinkle over salad for taste, its smell and unique taste adds to the flavor of raw vegetables and fruits used to prepare salad platter. This mixture is also used with Buttermilk and fruit juices.

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Calhoun Truck Lines Looking for Intermodal Truck Drivers

There is good news on the economic and job front in this country. There has been a resurgence in companies hiring new employees across many industries over the past several months, and as a result, Calhoun Truck Lines has been busier than ever. This is really great news because as the economy picks up our business picks up too. It’s been seen across the trucking industry as a whole as well.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics showed that that trucking firms added 4,200 jobs in December 2012. And as we move more intermodal shipments and cargo across the Midwest, we are convinced that the U.S. economy will continue to move ahead, slowly but forcefully.

This growth in trucking jobs leads to more of a need for drivers in our business. We believe that there are great opportunities ahead for drivers who are committed to safe driving records and a strong work ethic. Calhoun Truck Lines is committed to seeking out and hiring the best drivers, and we are planning to compensate these drivers appropriately.

As one of the Midwest’s leading trucking firms, we know the importance of a good driver safety program. Drivers who place safety ahead of all else are the types of drivers we want. These kinds of drivers can help us grow our business in the Midwest, and help themselves grow earning potential.

Our trucking firms views our driver fleet as business partners in our enterprise. We commit to accurate settlements and competitive rates. Our drivers deal with experienced and competent dispatch operators, and are generally home at night. Plus we offer a lease purchase program for the trucks in our fleet.

You can download a pre-qualifying application to be a trucking specialist with our firm. At Calhoun Truck Lines, we take the safety of our truckers and the cargo very seriously. We work with all our drivers in the Federal Motor Safety Administration’s Compliance, Safety and Accountability (CSA) BASIC program. It’s a program designed to provide a threshold of safety for intermodal trucking companies and their drivers. It is Calhoun’s goal to go above and beyond the minimum threshold of safety and reduce driver violations.

We are looking for experienced, qualified drivers to join our rapidly growing team. If you are looking to join an innovative company with a reputation as one of the safer trucking companies in the intermodal industry with a dispatcher that knows how to make you more money, then Calhoun Truck Lines is for you. Connect with us today.

By moving ahead in 2013, truckers and drivers across the US can help get our country back up to its optimal economic speed.

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Digestive Health Institute by Dr Muffazal Lakdawala

The mission of the Digestive Health Institute by Dr. Maffi is to be a one-stop destination for a healthy lifestyle. The institute offers world-class services, unmatched support, and expert information.

The Institute focuses on prevention, wellness, and prevention of disease. For more than a decade, it has specialized in digestive health, nutrition, and lifestyle.

The first center in India dedicated to bariatric surgery was launched by Dr. Muffazal Lakshmi in Mumbai. He and his team have a proven track record in the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders, and in 2018 they introduced their flagship center.

The practice’s focus on prevention and symptom management has led to the growth of several new facilities.

Dr. Muffazal Lakdawala is a well-known surgeon in India who has trained at the Cleveland Clinic and University of Ghent Hospital in Belgium.

He has completed advanced colorectal cancer surgery in Seoul, South Korea. He has been recognised as an outstanding member of society and has been named Lokmat Maharashtrian of the Year 2017 in the medical category. He lives in Mumbai with his wife Priyanka Kaul, and has three children from his first marriage to Aditi Gowitrikar.

The Digestive Health Institute by Dr. Miffazal Lakdawala is an Indian surgeon who founded the first center for bariatric surgery in Mumbai. He was divorced from his first wife Aditi in 2009, and married Priyanka Kaul in Goa in 2011.

The two live in Mumbai and have three children from their previous marriage.

The Digestive Health Institute by Dr. Mifflala is a pioneer in the field of bariatric surgery in India. The founder of the Digestive Health Institute by Muffazal Lakdawal, the institution now has several locations in Mumbai and a flagship center in New Delhi.

The hospital has a team of specialists with a wide range of specialties, including the latest innovations in laparoscopic procedures.

CODS started out as a center for Obesity and Digestive Surgery in 2007. The mission was to give patients a second chance by combining cutting-edge technology with holistic care. The institute is now one of the top centres for bariatric surgery in Asia. In addition, Dr. Lakdawala is the chairman of the institute, which is located in Mumbai. He is married to Priyanka Kaul. He has three children from his first marriage with Aditi Gowitrikar.

The founder of the Digestive Health Institute is Dr. Muffazal Lakdawala, an Indian bariatric surgeon and former chairman of the Institute of Minimal Invasive Surgical Sciences & Research Centre (IMICSRC). He is a popular figure in the surgical community, with his practice spanning from gastrointestinal disease to oncological procedures.

The institute’s flagship center is now home to the premier bariatric surgery centre in India. His renowned expertise in the field of GI surgery has led to his patients becoming more satisfied and happier with their lives. He is one of the top surgeons in Asia, and a pioneer in single-incision laparoscopic surgery.

In addition to providing comprehensive care, the Digestive Health Institute by Dr. Maffazal Lakdawala also provides a full spectrum of services to ensure the best possible outcomes for his patients.

Located in Mumbai, the Digestive Health Institute was founded in 2010 as the Centre for Obesity and Digestive Surgery. The aim of this unique clinic was to give patients a second chance to overcome their obesity through innovative treatments and advanced technologies. Currently, Dr. Muffazal Lakdawala is one of the most sought-after bariatric surgeons in Asia. He is also a pioneer in single-incision laparoscopic surgeries.

The Digestive Health Institute by Dr. Maffazal Lakdawala is the premier center in India for weight loss surgery. Its experienced team of doctors is highly qualified and skilled and has operated on more than 10,000 patients.

This center specializes in single-incision laparoscopic surgery and uses a minimal-incision technique. In addition to focusing on weight loss surgery, the DHI uses a single-incision surgical procedure that eliminates the risk of scarring.

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