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Dried hot red pepper Calories
Low-calorie intensely flavorful spice
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 teaspoon (grated) of Dried hot red pepper (2 g) has 6 calories. That works out to 282 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 53 µg of Vitamin A covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 32 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Dried hot red pepper Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 teaspoon (grated) · 2 g
6
KCAL / 2G
Carbs
1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% 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 53% · Protein 11% · Fat 36%
Dried hot red pepper nutrition facts table · 1 teaspoon (grated) (2 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 6 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| 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 Teaspoon of Grated Dried hot red pepper?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (grated) | 2 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 0.5 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 2 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 3 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 5 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 6 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 10 g | 28 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 282 kcal |
Calculated from 282 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dried hot red pepper
How do you use dried hot red pepper in cooking?
Dried hot red pepper can be added whole, crumbled, or ground. Add a whole pepper to soups, stews, or sauces and remove it before serving, or crumble it into a dish when you want the heat distributed throughout.
How do you rehydrate dried hot red pepper?
Soak dried hot red pepper in warm water until it becomes pliable, then drain and chop or blend it. Use the soaking water only if it is clean and suits the recipe; it carries some of the pepper’s flavor and heat.
How do you make flakes or powder from dried hot red pepper?
Remove the stems, then pulse dried hot red pepper in a spice grinder or food processor. Stop early for coarse flakes or grind longer for powder. Avoid breathing in the dust, which can irritate your nose and throat.
Should you remove the seeds from dried hot red pepper?
No, you do not have to remove them. Keep the seeds for convenience, or slit the pepper and scrape out the seeds and pale inner ribs for a less intense result and a smoother texture.
How should you store dried hot red pepper?
Store dried hot red pepper in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Moisture can encourage mold and light can fade its flavor; discard peppers that smell musty or show signs of mold.
Can dried hot red pepper replace fresh chili pepper?
Yes, but dried hot red pepper will not add the moisture or crisp texture of fresh chili. Use it for heat and concentrated, dried-pepper flavor; rehydrate and chop it first if you want a softer texture in the dish.
How much dried hot red pepper should you add to a recipe?
Start with a small piece or pinch of dried hot red pepper, then taste and add more if needed. Its heat varies by pepper, and it becomes harder to correct a dish once the spice has infused the cooking liquid.
Can you toast dried hot red pepper before using it?
Yes, briefly toasting dried hot red pepper in a dry pan can deepen its aroma. Keep the heat low and move the pepper constantly; remove it as soon as it smells fragrant, since scorching makes it bitter.
What is the difference between dried hot red pepper and chili flakes?
Dried hot red pepper usually refers to the whole dried pepper, while chili flakes are pieces made by crushing dried peppers. Their heat can differ because the pepper variety and the amount of seed included are not always the same.
Can you eat dried hot red pepper whole?
Yes, dried hot red pepper is edible, but a whole piece can deliver uneven, intense heat and may be tough to chew. Crumble it into food or remove it before serving if you want flavor without biting into the pepper.
Dried hot red pepper Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
53µg · 6% DV
Vitamin E
0.6mg · 4% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Vitamin C
1.53mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
40mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.16mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
5.86mg · 1% DV
Sodium
0.6mg · 0% DV
Dried hot red pepper Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Dried hot red pepper
To burn the 6 calories in 1 teaspoon (grated) (2 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Dried hot red pepper?
Dried hot red pepper is ripe red pepper that has been dried and is used whole, crushed into flakes or ground into powder. Its heat and sweetness vary with the pepper variety; a pinch can bring vivid colour and a concentrated chilli flavour to a dish.
It is used in the cuisines of the regions where red peppers are grown, and is easy to work into everyday cooking elsewhere: add it to soups, beans, eggs, roasted vegetables or sauces, or briefly warm flakes in oil to release their aroma. It is intensely flavoured, so a little goes a long way; a grated teaspoon is about 2 g. That small serving adds plenty of flavour with relatively few calories. Start with a pinch if you are unsure how hot your pepper is.
How Nutritious Is Dried hot red pepper?
Nutrient density
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
High
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 Dried hot red pepper 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 Dried hot red pepper Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Dried hot red 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
Dried hot red pepper Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.14g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.