Byadgi Chilli vs Regular Red Chilli Powder: What’s Really in the Jar?

What if your everyday chilli powder could give you the rich colour and aroma of Byadgi chilli, along with an extra kick of Guntur red chilli? That’s what makes the combination interesting — bringing together distinct chilli characteristics in one masala.

Byadgi KDL chilli forms the major portion of the blend, bringing its signature rich natural colour and flavour. Guntur chilli balances it with optimal heat and that extra spicy kick, while beetroot powder adds iron, antioxidants and a rich natural colour. Amla powder, naturally rich in Vitamin C, supports iron absorption and helps regulate acidity.

Regular red chilli powders can vary significantly depending on the chilli varieties used, and sometimes the ingredient list can tell you more than the colour of the powder.

What should you check?

• Ingredients: Look for ingredients that serve a purpose, rather than unnecessary additives.
• Colour: Byadgi is naturally known for its rich red colour, while beetroot powder adds to the blend’s natural colour.
• Heat: More colour doesn’t always mean more heat. Guntur chilli helps balance the blend with optimal heat.
• Nutrition: Ingredients such as beetroot and amla can add nutritional value beyond just colour and flavour.
• Freshness: Chilli powder loses its aroma and flavour over time, so freshness matters just as much as the variety.

So, when you choose a chilli blend, you’re not just choosing colour or heat. You’re choosing the varieties and ingredients that come together to create its flavour, colour and character.

With Nutriswitch, you get the richness of Byadgi KDL chilli with Guntur chilli for that extra kick, complemented by beetroot and amla. Just switch the masala in your kitchen to one that’s made with purposeful ingredients.