Ingredient

Spices Including Chili Peppers

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Spices, including chili peppers, are added to foods primarily for flavor and aroma. They …

What it is

Spices are plant-derived substances used to flavor food. They can be seeds, fruits, roots, bark, or vegetative substances, often dried and ground. Chili peppers are the fruit of plants from the genus Capsicum, known for their heat and distinct flavors.

Why it's used

Spices, including chili peppers, are added to foods primarily for flavor and aroma. They are used in a vast array of products, from savory dishes like meats and sauces to snacks and baked goods, to enhance taste and provide a sensory experience.

Health notes

Spices are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used for flavoring. Chili peppers contain capsaicin, which gives them their heat and may have some physiological effects. JECFA has evaluated various spices and flavorings. While generally considered safe in typical food amounts, some individuals may experience digestive upset from very spicy foods.

Allergen info

Spices, including chili peppers, are not among the nine major allergens defined by the FDA. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Spices Including Chili Peppers

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Rudolph Foods Company, Inc. Rudolph's, Southern Recipe Pork Rinds, Hot & Spicy, Hot & Spicy Other Snacks 571kcal 57.1Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs Uncle Rays, LLC Country Style Fried Hot Pork Rinds, Hot Other Snacks 571kcal 57.1Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs Rudolph Foods Company, Inc. Hot & Spicy Chicharrones Pork Rinds, Hot & Spicy Other Snacks 571kcal 57.1Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs Hot Stop Foods Hot & Spicy Pork Skins, Hot & Spicy Other Snacks 571kcal 57.1Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs Jennie-O Turkey Store, Inc. Spicy Orange Teriyaki Turkey Breast Tenderloins, Spicy Orange Teriyaki Poultry, Chicken & Turkey High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 98kcal 18.8Protein 0.5Fat 4.5Carbs Jennie-O Turkey Store, Inc. Spicy Orange Teriyaki Turkey Breast Tenderloins, Spicy Orange Teriyaki Poultry, Chicken & Turkey High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 98kcal 18.8Protein 0.5Fat 4.5Carbs Hot Stop Foods Hot & Spicy Pork Skins Chicharrones, Hot & Spicy Other Snacks 571kcal 57.1Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs Hmb, Inc. Hot & Spicy Chicharrones Pork Rinds, Hot & Spicy Other Snacks 571kcal 57.1Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs Rudolph Foods Company, Inc. Hot & Spicy Pork Rinds Chicharrones, Hot & Spicy Other Snacks 571kcal 57.1Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs Rudolph Foods Company, Inc. Hot & Spicy Pork Rinds, Hot & Spicy Other Snacks 571kcal 57.1Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs Ps Seasoning & Spices Inc. Bueno Picante El Jefe Adobo BBQ Taco Sauce, Bueno Picante El Jefe Adobo BBQ Taco Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 71kcal 0Protein 0Fat 21.4Carbs Plain Picante Chicaron Mission Foods Inc Plain Picante Chicaron Other Snacks 571kcal 57.1Protein 32.1Fat 0Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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