Dried Chilies
What is Dried Chilies?
Dried chilies are the dehydrated fruits of plants from the genus Capsicum. They are typically sun-dried or dried using mechanical dehydrators. Drying concentrates their flavor and heat, and makes them shelf-stable.
Is Dried Chilies vegan?
Dried Chilies is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Dried Chilies gluten-free?
They do not contain gluten.
Is Dried Chilies a major allergen?
Dried chilies are not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is Dried Chilies used for?
Dried chilies are used to add heat, flavor, and color to a wide variety of foods.
Is Dried Chilies safe?
Dried chilies are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Dried chilies are used to add heat, flavor, and color to a wide variety of foods. They are a key ingredient in many spice blends, sauces, marinades, and chili powders. Their intense flavor makes them useful in small amounts in products like soups, snacks, and processed meats.
Health notes
Dried chilies are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. They contain capsaicin, the compound responsible for their heat, which may have some antioxidant properties. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated capsaicinoids, but have not set a numeric acceptable daily intake. Some studies suggest capsaicin may affect metabolism or pain perception, but more research is needed to confirm these effects at typical dietary intake levels.
Allergen info
Dried chilies are not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.
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