Ingredient

Dehydrated Red Chile Peppers

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

These peppers are used to add heat, flavor, and color to a wide range …

What it is

Dehydrated red chile peppers are dried and ground varieties of the fruit of plants from the genus Capsicum. They are grown worldwide and are a staple in many cuisines. Drying concentrates their flavor and heat.

Why it's used

These peppers are used to add heat, flavor, and color to a wide range of foods. They are common in sauces, spice blends, marinades, and prepared meals, especially those with Mexican, Indian, or Asian flavor profiles.

Health notes

Dehydrated red chile peppers are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. They contain capsaicin, the compound responsible for their heat, which may have some antioxidant properties. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated capsaicinoids, but no specific health claims are made for dehydrated peppers themselves at typical consumption levels. Evidence regarding specific health benefits or risks is mixed and requires more research.

Allergen info

Dehydrated red chile peppers are not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Dehydrated Red Chile Peppers

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Herdez S.A. Enchilada Medium Sauce, Red Chili Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 25kcal 0Protein 0.8Fat 5Carbs Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. Taquitos, Chipotle Chicken, Spicy! Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 282kcal 8.2Protein 12.9Fat 31.8Carbs Hatch Farms, Inc. Fire-Roasted Tomato Enchilada Sauce Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 42kcal 1.7Protein 1.7Fat 6.7Carbs Herdez S.A. Enchilada Sauce, Red Chili Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 25kcal 0Protein 0.8Fat 5Carbs The Harris Soup Company Chicken & Corn Chowder Other Soups High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 98kcal 5.7Protein 4.9Fat 7.8Carbs Glencourt Inc. Chipotle Braised Beef Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 50% DV per serving 129kcal 7.5Protein 3.1Fat 17.6Carbs The Harris Soup Company Chicken Tortilla Soup Other Soups High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 53kcal 3.3Protein 2.0Fat 6.5Carbs Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. Chimichanga, Chipotle Chicken, Spicy! Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 232kcal 9.2Protein 9.2Fat 29.6Carbs Safeway, Inc. Mac & Cheese With Chorizo Elbow Macaroni With Pork Chorizo Sausage In A Creamy Cheese Sauce Bowl, Mac & Cheese With Chorizo Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 21% DV per serving 180kcal 3.5Protein 9.0Fat 16.5Carbs

La Victoria Foods Inc. Mild Red Enchilada Sauce, Mild Red Enchilada Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 50kcal 0Protein 3.3Fat 3.3Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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