chilli powder
Rich in capsaicin, vitamin C, and antioxidants; also provides iron and potassium. Capsaicin imparts potential anti-inflammatory and metabolism-supporting properties.
About
Chilli powder is a spice produced by drying and grinding dried chilli peppers (Capsicum spp.), typically blended with other spices such as cumin, garlic, oregano, and salt. Originating from Mexico and now cultivated globally, chilli powder encompasses a wide range of heat levels and flavor profiles depending on the variety of pepper used and regional spice blend compositions.
The ingredient is characterized by its vibrant red color, pungent aroma, and sharp, hot flavor derived from capsaicinoid compounds. Common varieties include ancho-based powders (mild, fruity), cayenne-based powders (extremely hot), and Kashmiri chilli powder (moderate heat with deep color). Regional variations exist significantly across cuisines—Indian chilli powder differs substantially from Mexican chilli powder in composition and heat intensity.
Culinary Uses
Chilli powder serves as a fundamental seasoning in numerous cuisines worldwide. In Indian cookery, it is a staple in curries, dals, and spice blends (masalas); Mexican cuisine employs it in chilis, salsas, and moles; and it appears extensively in Chinese, Thai, and African dishes. The ingredient is used both as a finishing seasoning and as a base component in spice rubs, marinades, and sauce preparations. Its versatility allows application in savory dishes, with minor use in some chocolate-based and sweet preparations. Proper selection of chilli powder type is essential, as heat intensity and flavor complexity vary dramatically between varieties and brands.
Recipes Using chilli powder (38)
Alloo Cholay
Alloo Cholay from the Recidemia collection
Allo Samosa
Samosa is a fovourite tea time snack. The pastry is made from flour and fat and is filled with a mixture of potatoes and spices. Other vegetables can be added to Potato mixture.
Basic Indian Tomato Gravy
This traditional Indian can be used as a base for all sorts of vegetables, boiled eggs, cubed paneer or chicken. This is often referred to as a "curry". It is usually eaten with plain white rice or rice mixtures.
Bhajanichi Vatana Amti
Ethnicity - Marathi, West Indian Type of meal - Party, Lunch, Dinner
Cauliflower Bhajji
Cauliflower Bhajji from the Recidemia collection
Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken Tikka Masala is a dish based on chunks of Indian-style roast chicken (Chicken Tikka) cooked in a Tomato, Curry sauce.
Cold Yogurt and Tomato Soup (Hasa Laban Ma' Tomata)
This is a different and delicious recipe to make for your whole family. When you have to go get the kids from school, run some errands, and go grocery shopping, who has the time to cook?
Curry Fried Rice
Rice | Curry | | Indian cuisine
Huiy Barhi Riha
Maldivian spicy eggplant
Kare Ikan
If you read this recipe and think that it is hot you might like to know that the original recipe uses 14 small red peppers! Add more if you like. I only taste the sauce of this, because I don't like liver, and think it is hot enough.
Kolhapuri Fish
Ethnicity - Marathi, West Indian Type of meal - Party, Lunch, Dinner
Kombdi Vade
Kombdi Vade is a Malvani dish, which is quite popular in Maharashtra.
Kombdi Vade
Kombdi Vade is a Malvani dish, which is quite popular in Maharashtra.
Konkani Tomato Chutney
Konkani Tomato Chutney
Kothimbir Vadi
Ethnicity - Marathi, West Indian Type of meal - Party, Lunch, Dinner
Masaledaar chole
(Chickpeas in spicy gravy)
Mas Kavaabu
Mas Kavaabu from the Recidemia collection
Mexican Chicken I
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Modified Tibetan Momo
Momo can also be cooked in broth and served as a soup. They usually are eaten with a tomato or soy based dipping sauce. Beef is an acceptable substitute for buffalo in this recipe, as is chicken.
Murgh Mulligatawny Soup
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Nauratan
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Nawabi Biryani
Ethnicity - Marathi, West Indian Type of meal - Party, Lunch, Dinner
Papletchi Amti
Ethnicity - Marathi, West Indian Type of meal - Party, Lunch, Dinner
Poora Haah
Ethnicity - Assamee, East Indian Type of meal - Party, Lunch, Dinner
Poora Mach
Ethnicity - Assamee, North East Indian Type of meal - Party, Lunch, Dinner
Potato Daal
Potato Daal
Salsa Dip
Salsa Dip from the Recidemia collection
Sambal Terong
Aubergine (eggplant) sauce
Sindhi Curry
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Southern Chadian Peanut Sauce
Southern Chadian Peanut Sauce from the Recidemia collection
Spicy Fried Rice
Spicy Fried Rice from the Recidemia collection
Stewed Black Beans
Stewed Black Beans
Stuffed Tomatoes with Paneer and Vegetables
Colourful, tempting and tasty.
Suya
Suya from the Recidemia collection
Thalipith
Ethnicity - Marathi, West Indian Type of meal - Party, Lunch, Dinner
Tomato Bredie
Tomato stew. South African Bredie is a stew with a thick gravy. The bredie improves with keeping. Prepare a day in advance and leave to mature in the refrigerator.
Trinidadian Pepper Chicken
Trinidadian Pepper Chicken from the Recidemia collection
Vaal ki Usal
A popular, easy to make Maharashtrian dish. The combination of jaggery and kokum gives a sweet and tangy taste to the usal. Vaal provides you the much needed protein, calcium and folic acid. Serve this usal with hot palak aur chawal ki roti, page...