Description:-

Chilli (Green Chilli) is a vegetable, On ripening and drying chilli becomes RED chilli, which is then grounded to form red chili powder. Red chili powder is the dried, pulverized to get powder form, which is often accompanied by the addition of other spices. There are several types of red chilli powders found in the market, but of the varieties are very common:

Dark red-coloured chilli powder is less hot and spicy as compared to light-colored powder. Currently, India is the largest producer as well as exporter of red chillies due to superior quality found here. In India major production comes from Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Orissa and Rajasthan.

Taste :-

It has a hot and spicy in the taste with blistering. Adding a spoon of powder gives good look and taste to food.

Usage Tips :-

1. Red chilli powder is commonly used in Indian cuisines to make curries.
2. It is used to add a spicy touch to tomato based sauces.
3. It is used in preparing pickles, snacks, and curries.
4. It is used to add taste, colour, and flavor to dishes
5. Red chilli powder should be kept in cold, dry places away from the direct heat and sun.