Red chilli powder is a spice made by grinding dried red chilli peppers into a fine powder. It's widely used to add heat, flavor, and color to dishes in many global cuisines, especially Indian, Mexican, and Southeast Asian cooking.
Source: Dried red chillies (varieties like Byadgi, Guntur, Kashmiri, etc.).
Color: Ranges from deep red to bright orange, depending on the chilli variety.
Heat Level: Varies some powders are very hot (high in capsaicin), while others like Kashmiri chilli powder are milder and used for color.
Uses:
Enhancing the spiciness and color of curries, marinades, snacks, and pickles.
Common ingredient in spice blends like garam masala, tandoori masala, etc.
Type | Heat Level | Color | Common Use |
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Kashmiri | Mild | Bright red | Color without much heat |
Guntur (Andhra) | Very hot | Dark red | High spice, strong flavor |
Byadgi (Karnataka) | Moderate | Deep red | Balance of color and flavor |
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