Chilli & heat · Paste

Green chilli paste

Also called hari mirch paste, green chili paste

Fresh green chillies ground with salt and sometimes oil or vinegar; grassy and hot. A quick base for Indian curries, chutneys and marinades.

VeganVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-free

What can replace it

  • Hotter; blend and use about half. (use 0.5× the amount)

  • T2 · GoodJalapeños

    Milder and fleshier; blend and use more. (use 1.5× the amount)

  • Blend with a pinch of salt.

  • T3 · In a pinchGreen hot sauce

    Thinner and vinegary; reduce other acid.

  • T3 · In a pinchSambal oelek

    Red, salty and vinegary; changes colour and seasoning.

Cook with Green chilli paste

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