Homemade Red Chilli Powder Recipe

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Homemade Red Chilli Powder is a simple yet flavorful spice made by grinding dried red chillies into a fine powder. It adds vibrant color and heat to Indian dishes like curries, sabzis, dals, and snacks. You can adjust the spice level by choosing the type of chillies used. Making it at home also ensures freshness and purity, without any added preservatives.

Prep Time5

Cook Time5

Total Time10

Course: Spices

Cuisine: Indian

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan

Difficulty Level: Moderate

Servings: Small Jar

Calories: 162kcal

Author: Dassana Amit

Ingredients

50 grams Kashmiri red chillies or preferred dried red chillies

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Instructions

First remove the stems from the Kashmiri chillies.
Heat up a wok or a kadai or a frying pan. Keep heat to a low or medium-low.
Add the chillies and stirring often roast for 4 to 5 minutes or until lightly toasted/roasted and aromatic. There is no need to brown the chillies.
Turn off heat and transfer the roasted/toasted red chilies to a plate to cool.
Once cooled, transfer the chillies in a mixer-grinder or spice-grinder.
Grind to a fine powder.
Transfer to an air-tight spice jar or a small glass or steel jar. Store in a cool dry place.
Use the red chilli powder as needed to make your recipes.

Notes

Tips

Use Kashmiri or Byadgi chillies for rich color and mild heat.
Roast on low heat for a deeper, smoky flavor.
Make sure chillies are completely dry before grinding.
Store in an airtight glass or steel jar in a cool, dry place.
Grind in small batches to avoid overheating the grinder and to get a finer texture.
Let the roasted chillies cool completely before grinding to prevent moisture buildup.

How to Remove Seeds from Dried Red Chillies:

Removing the seeds helps reduce the heat and gives a smoother powder.

Break each chilli in half or cut it open with kitchen scissors.
Shake or tap gently to release the seeds.
Use your a small spoon to scrape out any remaining seeds.
Wear gloves if you're sensitive to chilli heat, and avoid touching your face and eyes.

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