Chilli & heat · Ground
Chilli powder
Also called chili powder, chilli powder blend, Mexican chilli powder
Ground dried chilli, sometimes blended with cumin, oregano and garlic in the Mexican style. Used in chilli con carne, curries, rubs and spice mixes.
What can replace it
- T1 · Great swapChilli seasoning
May contain salt; season to taste.
- T2 · GoodPaprika
Mild and sweet; add ground cumin, oregano and a pinch of cayenne.
- T2 · GoodRed chilli powder
Pure and much hotter, without cumin or oregano; use half. (use 0.5× the amount)
- T2 · GoodTaco seasoning
Saltier and more garlicky; reduce added salt.
- T3 · In a pinchCayenne pepper
Only heat; add paprika and cumin for body. (use 0.25× the amount)
- T3 · In a pinchChilli flakes
Only heat with coarse flakes; add paprika and cumin. (use 0.5× the amount)
Cook with Chilli powder
