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Hot Chili Pepper Calories
Hot chili pepper, rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, low in calories.
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Hot Chili Pepper (12 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 40 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.1 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 17.2 mg of Vitamin C covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Hot Chili Pepper Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 12 g
5
KCAL / 12G
Carbs
1.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 85% · Protein 15% · Fat 0%
Hot Chili Pepper nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (12 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.84 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Hot Chili Pepper?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 12 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 8 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 15 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 20 g | 8 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 24 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 12 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 60 g | 24 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 60 g | 24 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 40 kcal |
Calculated from 40 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hot Chili Pepper
How hot is a hot chili pepper?
A hot chili pepper can range from mildly warm to intensely hot, and the heat varies between peppers—even on the same plant. The slender, pointed type sold as hot chili pepper is often used whole or sliced, so taste a small piece before adding several to a dish.
How do you reduce the heat of a hot chili pepper?
Remove the inner white ribs and seeds from a hot chili pepper to make it less hot. Most of its heat comes from capsaicin concentrated in the inner tissue, so rinsing the pepper alone will not remove much of the burn.
How should you store a hot chili pepper?
Store a fresh hot chili pepper unwashed in the refrigerator, preferably in a paper bag or another breathable container. Wash and dry it just before use; trapped moisture can make the thin pepper soften or spoil sooner.
Can you freeze a hot chili pepper?
Yes, you can freeze a hot chili pepper whole or chopped. Wash it, dry it thoroughly, remove the stem if you like, and pack it in a freezer-safe container. Thawed peppers may turn soft, so use them in cooked dishes rather than salads.
Should you remove the seeds from a hot chili pepper?
Remove the seeds from a hot chili pepper if you want a milder result, but also scrape out the white inner ribs, where much of the heat is concentrated. The seeds themselves are edible and are not the main source of the pepper’s burn.
Can you eat a hot chili pepper raw?
Yes, a hot chili pepper can be eaten raw after washing and removing the stem. Its thin flesh works well sliced into salads or served alongside a meal, but taste a small piece first because the heat can vary considerably.
How do you roast a hot chili pepper?
Roast a hot chili pepper in a hot skillet, under a broiler, or on a grill, turning it until the skin is blistered in spots. Let it sit covered briefly to loosen the skin, then peel it if desired.
Why does a hot chili pepper burn your mouth, and what helps?
A hot chili pepper burns because capsaicin activates heat-sensing nerves in the mouth. Dairy foods such as yogurt or milk can ease the sensation better than water, which tends to spread the capsaicin around.
Can you use a hot chili pepper instead of a jalapeño?
Yes, a hot chili pepper can replace a jalapeño when a recipe needs fresh chili, but the result may be thinner and hotter. Start with less than the recipe’s stated amount, taste, and add more if needed.
Does cooking make a hot chili pepper less spicy?
No, cooking does not reliably remove the heat from a hot chili pepper. The pepper may taste less sharply hot when mixed into a larger dish, but its capsaicin remains; remove the inner ribs before cooking if you want to reduce the burn.
Hot Chili Pepper Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
17.24mg · 19% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
Biotin
0.48µg · 2% DV
Vitamin K
1.68µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
39mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.14mg · 1% DV
Sodium
0.84mg · 0% DV
Hot Chili Pepper Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Hot Chili Pepper
To burn the 5 calories in 1 piece (medium) (12 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Hot Chili Pepper?
Hot chili pepper refers here to the fresh, slender, pointed peppers commonly grown and eaten in Turkey. They can be eaten raw, cooked whole, grilled or roasted, and are also often preserved as pickles.
Their crisp flesh gives way to a sharp, lingering heat. In Turkey they may appear alongside breakfast dishes, grilled meats and everyday meals, or as part of a meze spread; elsewhere, they’re used to bring fresh heat to sauces, salads and cooking. They are low in calories and provide vitamin C. If you prefer gentler heat, remove the seeds or roast the pepper, and serve it with yoghurt or another cooling accompaniment.
How Nutritious Is Hot Chili Pepper?
Nutrient density
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Hot Chili Pepper Processed?
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Hot Chili Pepper Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Hot Chili Pepper Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Hot Chili Pepper Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.