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Botanical Name:

Capsicum annuum

 

Family:

Solanaceae (Nightshade family)

 

Commercial Part:

Dried ripe fruits (ground into powder)

Foreign Name of Spices

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  • Spanish: Polvo de chile

  • French: Poudre de piment

  • German: Chilipulver

  • Swedish: Chiliepulver

  • Arabic: مسحوق الفلفل الحار (Masḥūq al-filfil al-ḥār)

  • Dutch: Chillipoeder

  • Italian: Polvere di peperoncino

  • Portuguese: Pó de pimenta

  • Russian: Перец чили молотый (Perets chili molotyy)

  • Japanese: チリパウダー (Chiri Paudā)

  • Chinese: 辣椒粉 (Làjiāo fěn)

Chili Powder

About Me.

Chilli powder is made by grinding dried red chillies (Capsicum annuum), delivering a bold, fiery, and pungent flavor that adds heat and color to countless dishes worldwide.

 

Native to the Americas and introduced to Asia in the 15th century, chilli quickly became a staple spice in Indian, Mexican, Chinese, and global cuisines. Its vibrant red hue and sharp taste make it an essential ingredient in spice blends, curries, sauces, and marinades.

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Chilli powder is not only valued for its culinary punch but also for its nutritional benefits, being rich in Vitamin C, antioxidants, and capsaicin – the compound responsible for its heat and medicinal properties. From mild to extra hot varieties, chilli powder brings depth and excitement to every dish.

Uses

  • Culinary Uses

    • A staple in Indian curries, Mexican salsas, Chinese stir-fries, and marinades.

    • Adds spice and color to soups, sauces, and stews.

    • Widely used in spice blends like garam masala, curry powder, and seasoning mixes.

    • Perfect for pickling, chutneys, and hot sauces.

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  • Medicinal Uses

    • Capsaicin is known to boost metabolism and aid weight management.

    • Traditionally used to relieve pain and improve circulation.

    • Contains antioxidants and Vitamin C for immunity support.

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  • Industrial/Other Uses

    • Used in sauces, snack flavoring, and food processing.

    • Capsaicin is also used in medicinal balms and pain-relief ointments.

 

Types

  • Mild Chilli Powder – Offers flavor with low heat.

  • Hot Chilli Powder – Stronger pungency, used for spicier dishes.

  • Kashmiri Chilli Powder – Bright red color, mild heat, rich flavor.

  • Blended Chilli Powder – Mix of different chilli varieties for balanced taste.

  • Chilli Extract/Oleoresin – Used in the food industry for concentrated color and spice.

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