Chilli

usgb/ˈtʃɪli/
noun

A small red or green hot-tasting pepper.

She added some chilli to the soup to make it spicy.
Visual representation of "chilli" - A small red or green hot-tasting pepper.

Often appears as...

  • chilli powder
  • chilli sauce
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Spicy Scale

Chilli varies in heat; some can be mild while others extremely hot. Ask about spiciness if unsure.

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Is this chilli more on the mild side or is it really spicy?
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Color Matters

Red and green chillies are not just different in color, but also in taste and heat level.

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I prefer green chilli, as it's a bit milder than the red.
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Cultural Heat

Chilli is essential in many cuisines, such as Indian, Thai, and Mexican. It's a key flavor.

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This Thai curry has the perfect amount of chilli for a genuine taste.
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