Ingredient

Chili Puree

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Chili puree is used to add a spicy, savory flavor and color to a …

What it is

Chili puree is made from ground chili peppers, often with added water, salt, and sometimes vinegar. The peppers are typically cooked, blended, and then strained to create a smooth paste. It provides a concentrated chili flavor and heat.

Why it's used

Chili puree is used to add a spicy, savory flavor and color to a variety of foods. Manufacturers use it in sauces, marinades, dips, and frozen appetizers to enhance the taste profile. It can also contribute to the texture of these products.

Health notes

Chili puree is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of capsaicin, the compound that gives chili peppers their heat. While capsaicin has been studied for various health effects, typical dietary intake from chili puree is not associated with significant adverse health outcomes. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated chili and chili extracts.

Allergen info

Chili puree is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Chili Puree

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NESTLE INDIA LIMITED Tomato Chilli Sauce, Tomato Chilli Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 56.2Carbs Rich Products Corporation Dynamite Shrimp Oven Crunchy, Whole Shrimp With A Creamy, Spicy Chili Sauce, Dynamite Shrimp Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 26% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 30% DV per serving 235kcal 15.3Protein 10.6Fat 18.8Carbs Organic Hot Stuff Biologique Ce De Candy, Inc. Organic Hot Stuff Biologique Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 20Carbs Chica Bella, Inc. Bella's, Wing Sauce, Medium Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 156kcal 0Protein 15.6Fat 6.2Carbs Safeway, Inc. Flavored Salad With Chicken, Sriracha Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 125kcal 5.2Protein 9.3Fat 5.2Carbs H L Foods Ltd Chinese Cooking Sauce Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 75kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 16.5Carbs Thai Style Chili Sauce, Thai Style Chili Kikkoman Sales USA, Inc. Thai Style Chili Sauce, Thai Style Chili Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 211kcal 0Protein 0Fat 52.6Carbs Chica Bella, Inc. Wing Sauce Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 188kcal 0Protein 12.5Fat 12.5Carbs The Kroger Co. Rendang Creamy Coconut Malaysian Inspired Simmer Sauce, Rendang Creamy Coconut Other Cooking Sauces 108kcal 1.7Protein 6.7Fat 10Carbs Rich Products Corporation Boom Boom Crispy, Lightly Breaded Shrimp With A Creamy, Spicy Chili Sauce, Boom Boom Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving 247kcal 15.3Protein 11.8Fat 18.8Carbs John Soules Foods Inc. Orange Chicken Lightly Breaded Glazed Breaded Chicken Breast With Rib Meat, Orange Chicken Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 207kcal 13.4Protein 8.5Fat 14.6Carbs John Soules Foods Inc. General Tso Chicken Lightly Breaded Glazed Bread Chicken Breast With Rib Meat, General Tso Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees 207kcal 13.0Protein 8.7Fat 15.2Carbs
Salt (26 products) Water (25 products) Xanthan Gum (20 products) Sugar (18 products) Citric Acid (14 products) Garlic (13 products) Garlic Puree (12 products) Spices (12 products) Corn Starch (12 products) Distilled Vinegar (11 products)

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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