Ingredient

Calabrian Chili Peppers

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use Calabrian chili peppers to add a spicy, smoky flavor and a touch …

What it is

Calabrian chili peppers are a variety of chili pepper native to the Calabria region of southern Italy. They are known for their distinctive smoky flavor and moderate heat. The peppers are typically dried and ground into flakes or paste for use in cooking.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use Calabrian chili peppers to add a spicy, smoky flavor and a touch of heat to a variety of foods. They are commonly found in pasta sauces, pizza sauces, marinades, and as a seasoning for meats and vegetables.

Health notes

Calabrian chili peppers are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. Like other chili peppers, they contain capsaicin, which is responsible for their heat and may have some antioxidant properties. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated capsaicinoids, but no specific health concerns are associated with typical dietary intake of chili peppers.

Allergen info

Calabrian chili peppers are not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Calabrian Chili Peppers

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Safeway, Inc. Artisan Pizza, Spicy Salami & Honey Pizza High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 265kcal 11.4Protein 12.1Fat 26.5Carbs Stone Poet Records Spicy Chicken Meatball Spaccatelli Pasta With Broccoli, In A Tomato & Roasted Garlic Sauce, Spicy Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 166kcal 7.5Protein 5.8Fat 21.2Carbs Stockton Kitchens, L.L.C. Spicy Marinara Sauce With Calabrian Peppers Made With Fresh Garlic & Fresh Onions, Spicy Marinara Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 57kcal 1.6Protein 2.4Fat 7.3Carbs Spicy Calabrian Style Pasta Sauce, Spicy Calabrian Style Naked Products, Inc. Spicy Calabrian Style Pasta Sauce, Spicy Calabrian Style Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 64kcal 0.8Protein 4.8Fat 4.8Carbs ZAPPIA ENTERPRISES LLC Arrabbiata Signature Marinara Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces 51kcal 1.7Protein 1.7Fat 7.6Carbs Caesar's Pasta, LLC Recipe 03 Chorizo Sausage Mac & Cheese, Chorizo Sausage Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 183kcal 7.5Protein 9.5Fat 18.3Carbs Caesar's Pasta, LLC Recipe 02 Spicy Chicken Meatball Spaccatelli Pasta, Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 166kcal 7.5Protein 5.8Fat 21.2Carbs Meijer, Inc. Calabrian Chili Spread, Calabrian Chili Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 286kcal 3.6Protein 30.4Fat 3.6Carbs Calabrian Chili Pepper Romesco Pasta Sauce, Calabrian Chili Pepper Romesco Ascyrus Medical LLC Calabrian Chili Pepper Romesco Pasta Sauce, Calabrian Chili Pepper Romesco Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 97kcal 2.6Protein 7.1Fat 6.2Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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