Made from the ground dry-roasted skins of red chillies. Chilli powder is used generously in a wide variety of Indian dishes. It is extremely hot and adds heat and red colour to dishes. Chilli powder is an essential ingredient in a Vindaloo base Originally introduced to India by the Portuguese who were the original creators of the Vindaloo, India is now the largest producer and exporter of chilli powder in the world.

Chillies are high in Vitamin C and are said to have beneficial properties for blood circulation and purification and also have the ability to destroy toxins naturally. There are over 20 varieties of chillies from which chilli powder is made, the hotness of chillies is measured in Scoville units, for more information on chillies and chilli powder please see our Chilli and Chilli Powder products in the Indian Spices section.