Similar to cayenne peppers, Chili peppers come from the plants of the genus Capsicum and are commonly used in food dishes for that extra spice and heat kick.
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ 4.0 starsSimilar to cayenne peppers, Chili peppers come from the plants of the genus Capsicum and are commonly used in food dishes for that extra spice and heat kick. The dried and powdered form of chili peppers is called what you typically refer to as ‘chili powder’.
Chili peppers mainly originate from Mexico. However, many of its cultivars spread to most parts of the world. They are now commonly grown in Europe and North America in great abundance.
The flavor of red chili powder is considered to be extremely pungent with a very distinct spice kick that adds great heat to dishes. Just like other peppers belonging to the same family, red chili peppers also provide numerous health benefits like relief from pain, congestion, and colds.
Great for a healthy diet.
Improve your skin regime.
The perfect cure for a stressful week.
Lower your body temperature.
Natural source of iron.
Balance blood sugar levels.
Improve your immune system.
Pain reliever, digestive and ulcer preventative.
Great for a healthy diet.
Improve your skin regime.
The perfect cure for a stressful week.
Lower your body temperature.
Natural source of iron.
Balance blood sugar levels.
Improve your immune system.
Pain reliever, digestive and ulcer preventative.
Calories /100g | Energy (Kcal) | Fat (g) | Protein (g) | Sugars (g) | Carbohydrates (g) | Fiber (g) | salt |
414 | 415 | 14.1 | 14 | 0 | 58.2 | 15.6 | 2.5 |