Chili Powder - Mexican

Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum

Common Name:

• English: Chili pepper
• Ayurvedic: Raktamaricha, Lankaa, Katuviraa
• Unani: Mirch, Filfil- e-ahmar, Filfl-e-surkh, Surkh mirch
• Also, known as: rissie, tian jiao, poivron, Spanischer Pfeffer, Chilli,Gewürzpaprika, hara mirh, paprika, pimento, pepperone, peppaa, cabai, Red pepper, Milagay, pimento, pimiento picante, phrik, biber

Habitat: Native to West Indies & Tropical America                        

Origin: Mexican

Harvested: Cultivated

Parts Used: Fruit

General Information:

Mexican Chilli Powder is a blend of dehydrated ground selected Chili peppers (Capsicum Annum L.) and some of the most commonly used spices in Mexican cooking, with only little heat.

Uses: Nachos, tacos, chili, Mexican salsa or for general seasoning purposes

How to use:

As a spice

Precautions: 

You should consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.

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