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Fine, loose chili spice forms a vivid red-orange powder with a dry, slightly grainy texture and a few darker flecks.
●Low GI
⚡High Potassium
🌿High Fiber

Chili Spices Calories

Spice blend, hot and aromatic, adds flavor to dishes

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

282kcal

GI

10low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

2000mg

FIBER · 100 G

27g

Quick answer

1 teaspoon (medium) of Chili Spices (3 g) has 8 calories. That works out to 282 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.5 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 143.1 µg of Vitamin A covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Chili Spices Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 teaspoon (medium) · 2.7 g

8

KCAL / 2.7G

Carbs

1.5g

· 1% DV

Protein

0.3g

· 1% DV

Fat

0.4g

· 1% DV

Fiber

0.7g

· 3% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 11% · Fat 33%

Chili Spices nutrition facts table · 1 teaspoon (medium) (2.7 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories8 kcal
Total fat0.4 g1%
Saturated fat0.07 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium0.81 mg0%
Total carbohydrate1.5 g1%
Fiber0.7 g3%
Protein0.3 g1%

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 Teaspoon of Chili Spices?

ServingAmountCalories
1 teaspoon (medium)2.7 g8 kcal
1 serving (medium)5 g14 kcal
1 tablespoon (small)6 g17 kcal
1 tablespoon (medium)8 g23 kcal
1 tablespoon (large)10 g28 kcal
1 pack (small)50 g141 kcal
100 g100 g282 kcal
1 pack (large)100 g282 kcal
1 cup (medium)120 g338 kcal

Calculated from 282 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Chili Spices

What are Chili Spices?

Chili Spices are a seasoning blend built around chili peppers, often combined with other aromatic spices. There is no single fixed recipe, so the ingredients, heat and flavor can vary between blends.

Are Chili Spices the same as chili powder?

Not always. In some places, chili powder means ground dried chili alone; elsewhere, it refers to a multi-spice blend. Check how the term is used for the product in question, since the two can taste quite different.

What can I use instead of Chili Spices?

Use a blend of ground chili and complementary spices such as cumin or garlic as a substitute for Chili Spices. The exact replacement depends on the blend’s flavor, so add it gradually and taste as you cook.

Which dishes work well with Chili Spices?

Chili Spices work well in bean dishes, soups, roasted vegetables, meat, poultry and sauces. Their heat and savory aroma also suit tacos and chili-style dishes, though the blend may need adjusting to fit the recipe.

How can I make Chili Spices less hot in a dish?

Use less Chili Spices, or balance the dish with mild ingredients such as beans, vegetables or a creamy topping. Adding more of the other dish ingredients can spread out the heat without making the seasoning itself milder.

Can I make Chili Spices at home?

Yes. Combine ground chili with spices such as cumin, garlic powder and oregano, then adjust the proportions to your taste. Homemade Chili Spices are easy to tailor, but the result will not match every commercial blend.

When should I add Chili Spices while cooking?

Add Chili Spices during cooking so their flavor has time to spread through the dish. Briefly warming them in oil can bring out their aroma, but prolonged high heat may scorch the spices and make them taste bitter.

How should I store Chili Spices?

Keep Chili Spices in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, dark cupboard. Avoid storing the jar beside the stove, where heat and steam can dull the blend’s aroma or introduce moisture.

Can Chili Spices be used in chili con carne?

Yes, Chili Spices can season chili con carne and contribute heat and a layered spice aroma. Since blends differ, taste the dish before adding more; the mix may already contain enough chili or salt for your recipe.

Do Chili Spices need to be toasted before use?

No, toasting Chili Spices is optional. A brief stir in warm oil can deepen their aroma, but you can also add them directly to a simmering dish; watch closely when heating them so they do not burn.

Chili Spices Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin A

143.1µg · 16% DV

Vitamin E

1.08mg · 7% DV

B6

0.07mg · 4% DV

Vitamin K

2.84µg · 2% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.05mg · 2% DV

Potassium ⭐

54mg · 2% DV

Copper

0.01mg · 1% DV

Iron

0.21mg · 1% DV

Sodium

0.81mg · 0% DV

Chili Spices Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

10
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Chili Spices

To burn the 8 calories in 1 teaspoon (medium) (2.7 g):

🚶

2min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

1min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

1min

Cycling

🏊

1min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Chili Spices?

Chili Spices is a hot, aromatic blend built around chilli, with other spices added in proportions that vary by maker. It is a seasoning rather than a single ingredient, and there is no one standard recipe. Across many English-speaking kitchens, it is an easy way to bring warmth and savoury depth to everyday cooking; blends may differ in both heat and flavour.

Stir it into soups, beans, stews or marinades, or dust a little over roasted vegetables, eggs and grilled meat or fish. Start with a small amount and adjust to taste, especially if the blend is unfamiliar. Its nutritional contribution is modest in the small quantities usually used, while the blend itself is notably high in fibre per 100 g. For a gentler finish, pair spicy dishes with yoghurt or another cooling accompaniment.

How Nutritious Is Chili Spices?

Nutrient density

Very high

80/ 100

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

High

60/ 100

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 Chili Spices Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

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 Chili Spices Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Chili Spices 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

Chili Spices Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.07g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.05g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.19g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.