When you look at the plethora of red chili powders available, you may well be confused as to how similar or how different they really are. As for paprika and red chili powder, both are red, though of different shades, and look quite similar.

Chilli pods are an essential ingredient in many cuisines around the world. They add heat, flavor, and color to dishes, making them a must-have for any kitchen. When it comes to sourcing high-quality chilli pods, one of the key players in the market is chilli pods manufacturers.

How It Started

As you’ve undoubtedly seen, we’ve returned, friends, to the mystical realm of Chinese condiments—i.e. SAUCE. Now that we’ve conquered the elusive Homemade Chili Oil and Ginger Scallion Oil (I believe the terms “elixir of life” and “condiment of the gods” were bandied about by some…), we can move on to more complicated and lesser known sauces. One such concoction is Chiu Chow sauce, which, in a nutshell, is chili oil gone hog wild. Those folks in Chiu Chow China really know what they’re doing!

DID YOU KNOW?

Pronounced as “gwaa-hee-oh“, guajillo is hotter than ancho chili powder and brings a spicy kick that ranges from 2,500 to 5,000 SHU. Apart from its spicy taste, this substitute has a lot more going on in flavor than cayenne. It is pleasingly sharp, tangy, and smoky just like paprika. That is why it’s also a good substitute for both hot and smoked paprika.

Red bell peppers are a mature version of green bell peppers. They have a sweeter taste and a more vibrant color than green peppers. Red bell peppers are also higher in vitamin C and other nutrients than green peppers.

SUBSTITUTIONS FOR COMMON RED PEPPER SPICES

What is the difference between paprika and bell pepper?

1. Make sure your dried paprika peppers are super dry and crispy. They should break easily.