Ingredient

Including Chili Powder

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Chili powder is primarily used as a flavoring agent to add a spicy, savory …

What it is

Chili powder is a blend of ground chili peppers and other spices, such as cumin, oregano, and garlic powder. The specific ingredients and proportions vary by manufacturer, but the base is always dried, ground chili peppers. It is used to add heat and flavor to foods.

Why it's used

Chili powder is primarily used as a flavoring agent to add a spicy, savory taste to a wide variety of dishes. It is commonly found in spice blends, marinades, sauces, and rubs for meats, as well as in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine like chili con carne.

Health notes

Chili powder is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. Capsaicin, the compound that gives chili peppers their heat, is being studied for potential health effects, but research is ongoing and often focuses on concentrated extracts rather than typical dietary intake. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated capsaicinoids, but no specific regulatory limits for chili powder as a food ingredient are set by these organizations.

Allergen info

Chili powder is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not typically contain gluten, though cross-contamination can occur if processed in facilities that handle wheat.

Products containing Including Chili Powder

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Creme Fraiche Sauce, Cooked Pulled Pork, Feta Cheese, Sauteed White Onions, Black Olives And Marinated Banana Peppers On A Gyro Pizza Crust, Creme Fraiche Sauce, Cooked Pulled Pork, Feta Cheese, Sauteed White Onions, Black Olives And Marinated Banana Pepp MAMA COZZI'S Creme Fraiche Sauce, Cooked Pulled Pork, Feta Cheese, Sauteed White Onions, Black Olives And Marinated Banana Peppers On A Gyro Pizza Crust, Creme Fraiche Sauce, Cooked Pulled Pork, Feta Cheese, Sauteed White Onions, Black Olives And Marinated Banana Pepp Pizza High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 275kcal 9.2Protein 12.4Fat 30.1Carbs Mondelez Int. US (0074819091009) Nabisco Wheat Thins Crackers Chili 1X1.250 Oz Biscuits/Cookies 480kcal 8.5Protein 16.5Fat 70.6Carbs Food Castle Inc Mango Chipotle, Mango Other Snacks 350kcal 0Protein 0Fat 85.7Carbs Mr. Kooks Dimply's, Jerk Chicken Dry Rub Seasoning Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 50Carbs Carmelita Provisions Co Chicken Chorizo Breakfast Links Bacon, Sausages & Ribs 133kcal 17.8Protein 4.4Fat 2.2Carbs Fuego Chili Lime Flavored Chicharrones Fried Pork Skins, Fuego Chili Lime Macs Old Plantation Fuego Chili Lime Flavored Chicharrones Fried Pork Skins, Fuego Chili Lime Other Snacks 571kcal 50Protein 35.7Fat 7.1Carbs Street Taco Cello Lighting Street Taco Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers —kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Safeway, Inc. Curry Chicken Salad, Curry Chicken Deli Salads High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 230kcal 11Protein 15Fat 15Carbs Macs Old Plantation Las Ricas Ruedas Chile Limn Wheat Snacks Chips, Pretzels & Snacks High in sodium — 31% DV per serving 464kcal 7.1Protein 21.4Fat 57.1Carbs Las Ricas Cuadritos Chile Limn Wheat Snacks Macs Old Plantation Las Ricas Cuadritos Chile Limn Wheat Snacks Chips, Pretzels & Snacks High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 464kcal 7.1Protein 21.4Fat 57.1Carbs Mr. Kooks Cajun Chicken Dry Rub Seasoning & Marinade Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 50Carbs Chili Lime Pork Rinds Chicharrones, Chili Lime Meijer, Inc. Chili Lime Pork Rinds Chicharrones, Chili Lime Other Snacks 571kcal 50Protein 35.7Fat 7.1Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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