Chilli powder is made from dried red chillies which have been finely ground and packs a considerable chilli punch. Chilli powder is used in cuisines around the world to add a kick to dishes, with just a small amount needed in order to give a noticeable piquancy.

In Indian cookery, chilli is a fundamental spice, used in combination with other spices to add heat to dishes from slow-simmered curries to spicy snacks, such as fried potato chips or lamb or vegetable samosas.

Chilli powder is a versatile ingredient which can be added to numerous dishes from keema (Indian spiced mince), Mexican chilli con carne to Indonesian beef rendang. Adjust the quantities of chilli added according to your tolerance for chilli heat.