Chili powder is the dried, pulverized fruit of one or more varieties of chili pepper, sometimes with the addition of other spices. It is used as a spice to add pungency and flavor to culinary dishes. In American English, the spelling is usually "chili"; in British English, "chilli" is used consistently.

Uses include:

It makes an excellent addition to:

• Soup flavouring
• As part of spice blends, to add heat and flavour
• For hot sauces
• Stews
• beans