Submitted by Jayashree T. Rao Serves 4 Asafoetida may look like a typo, but it's a dried latex derived from roots used in middle eastern cuisine.  It's supposed to taste similar to leeks when cooked. Aloo Jeera Recipe Type: Side Dish Cuisine: Middle Eastern Author: Jayashree T. Rao Cook time: 50 mins Total time: 50 mins