Chilli Kashmiri Powder 80g
Unlock the colour and flavour of authentic dishes:
Iconic Curries & Gravies: The foundation for a perfect Butter Chicken or Chicken Tikka Masala gravy, providing both colour and a subtle peppery base.
Tandoori Marinades: Mix with yogurt, garlic, ginger, and garam masala to create the classic bright red marinade for Tandoori Chicken and Paneer Tikka.
Rice Pilafs & Biryanis: Add a teaspoon to your rice while cooking for a beautiful colour and mild flavour.
Seasoning & Rubs: Use in meat rubs or sprinkle over roasted vegetables and potatoes for a flavourful, colourful twist.
Chutneys & Dressings: Add a pinch to raita, chutneys, or salad dressings for a subtle kick and a pop of colour.
How to Use: Often tempered in hot oil or ghee at the beginning of cooking to release its full colour and flavour into the dish. Can also be added directly to marinades and dry mixes.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container in a cool, dark, and dry place to protect its vibrant colour.
Ingredients: 100% Kashmiri Chili Powder.
Information
Recipe for Kashmiri Chilli Powder
🍗 Tandoori Chicken (The Iconic Red Dish)
The dish that made Kashmiri chili powder famous worldwide
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Kashmiri chili gives the signature red hue without extreme heat (only 1,000-2,000 SHU)
📜 Authentic Recipe
Ingredients:
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2 lbs (1 kg) chicken (legs/thighs)
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2 tbsp Kashmiri chili powder (for color + flavor)
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1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
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1 cup yogurt
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1 tsp turmeric
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1 tsp garam masala
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2 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp mustard oil (key for authentic flavor)
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1 tsp kasoori methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
Key Steps:
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Marinate: Mix all ingredients (except kasoori methi) + deep slits in chicken (12+ hours)
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Char: Grill/bake at 400°F (200°C) until blackened edges appear
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Finish: Sprinkle kasoori methi before serving
🌶️ Why Kashmiri Chili Powder is Essential:
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Color: Provides that iconic fiery red without artificial dyes
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Flavor: Earthy, slightly smoky taste (not just heat)
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Versatility: Enough kick for most palates (milder than cayenne)
Pro Tip:
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For extra red color, add 1/2 tsp paprika with the chili powder
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No mustard oil? Substitute with vegetable oil + 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
🥇 Other Top Uses for Kashmiri Chili Powder:
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Rogan Josh (Kashmiri lamb curry)
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Chicken 65 (fiery red appetizer)
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Prawns Masala (Goan-style seafood dish)
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Kashmiri Chai (pink tea with subtle spice)
Heat Comparison:
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Kashmiri: 1,000-2,000 SHU
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Cayenne: 30,000-50,000 SHU
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Paprika: 250-1,000 SHU
Reviews
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★★★★★Kashmiri Chilli PowderNot one of the spices easily found in a supermarket, so was pleased to find you stocked it. I used the Kashmiri Chilli powder in the butter chicken I was making - it gave it that lovely red colour and a nice spicyness -not too hot. Online ordering is easy and was impressed with the quick delivery- Thank you - Trish
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