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Green Chili Powder vs. Red Chili Powder
Feature | Green Chili Powder | Red Chili Powder |
Source | Dried green chilies (e.g., jalapeño, serrano) | Dried red chilies (e.g., Kashmiri, Byadgi, Guntur) |
Flavor | Fresh, slightly grassy, medium heat | Smoky, earthy, intense heat |
Color | Pale green to olive | Bright red to deep crimson |
Uses | – Green curries – Chutneys – Raita |
– Garam masala – Curries – Marinades |
Heat Level (Scoville) | 2,500–8,000 SHU | 30,000–50,000 SHU (Guntur) 1,000–5,000 SHU (Kashmiri) |
Health Benefits | – Rich in Vitamin C – Aids digestion – Lowers blood sugar |
– High in capsaicin (fat burner) – Boosts metabolism – Anti-inflammatory |
Health Benefits of Chili Powders
🌶️ Green Chili Powder
✅ Immunity Booster – High in Vitamin C (more than oranges).
✅ Digestive Aid – Stimulates gastric juices.
✅ Low-Calorie Flavor – Adds heat without extra calories.
Red Chili Powder
- ✅ Pain Relief – Capsaicin reduces joint pain (used in arthritis creams).
✅ Heart Health – Lowers LDL cholesterol.
✅ Weight Loss – Increases fat oxidation.
Side Effects: Excess intake may cause acidity or ulcers.
Indian Pickles (Achar): Types, Benefits & Prices
Popular Pickle Types
Pickle Type | Key Ingredients | Health Benefits | Price (India) | Price (Int’l) |
Mango (Aam ka Achar) | Raw mango, mustard oil, spices | – Probiotic – Vitamin C |
₹100–300 (500g) | $5–10 (jar) |
Lemon (Nimbu ka Achar) | Lemons, turmeric, chili | – Alkalizing – Aids digestion |
₹150–400 (500g) | $6–12 (jar) |
Mixed Vegetable | Carrot, lime, ginger | – Fiber-rich – Gut health |
₹200–500 (500g) | $8–15 (jar) |
Garlic (Lehsun Achar) | Garlic, mustard oil | – Antibacterial – Boosts immunity |
₹250–600 (500g) | $10–20 (jar) |
🩺 Health Benefits of Pickles
✅ Probiotics – Fermented pickles improve gut health.
✅ Antioxidants – Spices like turmeric & fenugreek fight inflammation.
✅ Iron Absorption – Lemon pickles enhance iron uptake.
⚠️ Risks: High in salt (not for hypertension patients).
Price Comparison (Chili Powders & Pickles)
💰 Chili Powder Prices (India vs. International)
Product | Price (India, 100g) | Price (USA, 100g) | Price (UK, 100g) |
Green Chili Powder | ₹50–150 | $3–6 | £2–5 |
Kashmiri Red Chili Powder | ₹60–200 | $4–8 | £3–7 |
Guntur Red Chili Powder | ₹80–250 | $5–10 | £4–9 |
🌍 Where to Buy?
- India:AMIRA TRADING PVT LTD
Best Uses in Cooking
🌿 Green Chili Powder
- Green chutneys(coriander + mint).
- Dahi-based dishes(raita, kadhi).
- Marinadesfor grilled chicken/fish.
🌶️ Red Chili Powder
- Tandoori marinades.
- Curry bases(butter chicken, vindaloo).
- Sprinkled on chaat & fries.
🥒 Pickles
- With dal-chawal/paratha.
- In sandwiches/wraps.
- As a probiotic side dish.
Final Verdict
✔ Green chili powder = Fresh, mild heat, Vitamin C.
✔ Red chili powder = Smoky, intense, metabolism booster.
✔ Pickles = Probiotic, flavorful, but high in salt.
Best Combo: Use Kashmiri chili for color + Guntur chili for heat + homemade pickles for gut health!
Would you like recipes for homemade pickles or chili blends? 😊
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