Chilli & heat · Ground
Red chilli powder
Also called Indian chilli powder, lal mirch powder, lal mirch, hot chilli powder
Indian ground dried red chillies (lal mirch), hot and earthy with no added spices. Used by the teaspoon in curries, dals, tandoori marinades and chaat.
What can replace it
- T1 · Great swapCayenne pepper
- T2 · GoodChilli flakes
Coarser, with visible flakes.
- T2 · GoodDeggi mirch
Milder with more colour. (use 1.5× the amount)
- T2 · GoodHot paprika
Milder and sweeter with more colour. (use 1.5× the amount)
- T3 · In a pinchChilli powder
A milder blend with cumin and oregano. (use 1.5× the amount)
Cook with Red chilli powder
