Hing Sev is a distinctive variety of sev that is flavored with asafoetida (hing), a pungent and aromatic spice commonly used in Indian cooking. Made from gram flour (besan), Hing Sev is seasoned with a blend of spices, with asafoetida being the star ingredient. This gives the sev a unique, slightly earthy, and sharp flavor.
The dough for Hing Sev is mixed with asafoetida, turmeric, salt, and sometimes other spices like red chili powder. It is then pressed through a sev maker and deep-fried until it becomes crisp and golden. The result is a savory snack that has a pronounced, lingering taste of hing, which pairs well with the crunchy texture of the sev.