chili powder

noun

: a spice mixture made with ground chiles

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Let soak for 5 minutes, then transfer the cashews and water to a blender and puree until smooth. 5: To the paneer mixture, add the coriander, cumin, chili powder and turmeric, and cook, stirring, until the flavors meld, about 2 minutes. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2025 Add the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper to the beef in the pan and stir to coat. Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 10 July 2025 Kashmiri chili powder can be replaced with 3/4 teaspoon chili powder or ground ancho chiles plus 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2025 Meanwhile, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, sour cream, jalapeños, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, chili powder, and reserved 1 tablespoon drippings in a large bowl; set dressing aside. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for chili powder

Word History

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of chili powder was in 1908

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“Chili powder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chili%20powder. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.

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chili powder

noun
: a seasoning made of ground hot peppers and other spices
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