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Indian Red Chili Powder
Indian red chili powder is a vibrant spice that adds a fiery kick and beautiful red hue to many Indian dishes. But did you know there's more than one kind? Check out the varieties of Indian red chili powder, how to make it at home, and how to use it in cooking.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Calories: 640 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
Indian
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound red chili use the variety of chili you prefer (Kashmiri, Byadki, etc)
Instructions
- Pluck the stem from the dried red chilies.
- To a pan or kadai, add the red chili and dry roast until crisp. Remove in a large plate and set aside. To check if roasted, break a red chili. It should easily break and not bend. If it bends, roast for a few more minutes.
- Let them cool down completely. Then transfer to a spice grinder and grind in small batches. Grind it as fine as possible.
- Spread it on a tray, cool it down, and store it in a clean, dry, airtight container. If you feel it's very coarse, sieve it and store it.
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Notes
- Remove seeds for mildness: If you want the powder to be less spicy, remove the seeds and inner parts of the chilies.
- Roast carefully: Cook the chilies in a pan until they're crisp and smell good, but don't burn them.
- Let them cool: Make sure the roasted chilies are completely cool before grinding them.
- Use a Clean Container: Put the red chili powder in a clean, dry container with a tight lid. Make sure the container is completely dry before adding the powder.
- Keep it Dry: Store the container in a cool, dry place like a pantry or cupboard. Avoid storing it near the stove or any other heat source.
- Use a Dry Spoon: When removing chili powder from the container, always use a clean, dry spoon. This helps prevent moisture from getting into the powder.
Nutrition Information
Calories
640kcal
(32%)
Carbohydrates
113g
(38%)
Protein
31g
(62%)
Fat
32g
(49%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
18g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Sodium
3719mg
(155%)
Potassium
4423mg
(126%)
Fiber
79g
(316%)
Sugar
16g
(32%)
Vitamin A
67245IU
(1345%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
748mg
(75%)
Iron
39mg
(217%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 640
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 640kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 113g | 38% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18g | 106% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Sodium | 3719mg | 155% |
| Potassium | 4423mg | 94% |
| Fiber | 79g | 316% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 67245IU | 1345% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 748mg | 75% |
| Iron | 39mg | 217% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.