Chili Powder — ingredient

What is this ingredient?

Chili powder is a versatile seasoning for depth, warmth and color. It is often made from milder pepper varieties, such as ancho or New Mexico chili, making it rounder and fruitier than sharper cayenne pepper. In stews, bean dishes, marinades and sauces, it adds an earthy, slightly smoky undertone without the heat immediately taking over.

Its composition varies by region and brand. In Europe, chili powder usually means ground dried chili; in the United States, “chili powder” is often a spice blend with ingredients such as cumin, garlic, oregano and paprika. Always check the label when you want to follow a recipe precisely.

Chili powder naturally contains carotenoid pigments, including beta-carotene, and small amounts of capsaicinoids that create its warming bite. Because it is usually used by the teaspoon, it is mainly a culinary seasoning: a simple way to give dishes more color, aroma and warm spice.

How does it taste?

Warm and spicy with earthy, slightly smoky undertones and mild to medium heat.

Pairs well with:

Pairs well with cumingarlicoreganobeanstomato and dark chocolate.

Did you know...?

Chili comes from the Nahuatl word ‘chilli’, from the language of the Aztecs.
Birds barely taste capsaicin and can spread chili seeds through their droppings.

Nutritional Value & Energy

Per 100g

Chili Powder provides energy thanks to natural nutrients , buffered by fiber.

282 kcal (1180 kJ)

34g Fiber

13gProtein

50gCarbs

14gFat

30mgSodium

Per 100g

Minerals

17.0mg Iron 278mg Calcium 2.7mg Zinc 170mg Magnesium 1950mg Potassium 8.8mcg Selenium

Vitamins

1483mcg Vitamin A 2.10mg Vitamin B6 0.0mcg Vitamin B12 64mg Vitamin C 0.0mcg Vitamin D 23.0mg Vitamin E 106mcg Vitamin K 100mcg Folate

Omega-3 fatty acids

0mg DHA 0mg EPA

More nutrients

B-Vitamins

0.09mg Thiamin (B1) 0.09mg Riboflavin (B2) 0.9mg Niacin (B3) 0.06mg Pantothenic Acid (B5)

Trace Minerals

0.50mg Copper 4.00mg Manganese 303mg Phosphorus

What's in a serving?

Vitamin A a little 6%

Chili powder naturally contains Vitamin A (1483 mcg per 100 g dried powder). At typical spice usage (3–9 g), the contribution is limited.

Potassium a small amount 3%

Chili powder naturally contains Potassium (1950 mg per 100 g dried powder). At typical spice usage (3–9 g), the contribution is limited.

Iron a small amount 4%

Chili powder naturally contains Iron (17 mg per 100 g dried powder). At typical spice usage (3–9 g), the contribution is limited.

Vitamin E a little 6%

Chili powder naturally contains Vitamin E (23 mg per 100 g dried powder). At typical spice usage (3–9 g), the contribution is limited.

Manganese a little 6%

Chili powder naturally contains Manganese (4 mg per 100 g dried powder). At typical spice usage (3–9 g), the contribution is limited.

Vitamin B6 a little 5%

Chili powder naturally contains Vitamin B6 (2.1 mg per 100 g dried powder). At typical spice usage (3–9 g), the contribution is limited.

Vitamin C Chili powder naturally contains Vitamin C (64 mg per 100 g dried powder). At typical spice usage (3–9 g), the contribution is limited.

Magnesium Chili powder naturally contains Magnesium (170 mg per 100 g dried powder). At typical spice usage (3–9 g), the contribution is limited.

Calcium Chili powder naturally contains Calcium (278 mg per 100 g dried powder). At typical spice usage (3–9 g), the contribution is limited.

Phosphorus Chili powder naturally contains Phosphorus (303 mg per 100 g dried powder). At typical spice usage (3–9 g), the contribution is limited.

Zinc Chili powder naturally contains Zinc (2.7 mg per 100 g dried powder). At typical spice usage (3–9 g), the contribution is limited.

% of daily reference intake (DRI)

EU-approved nutrition claims

✔ EFSA claims via nutrients

This ingredient contains nutrients for which EFSA-authorized health claims exist (at nutrient level, not ingredient-specific).