How to Use chili powder in a Sentence

chili powder

noun
  • Garlic, onion, salt, cayenne pepper, and chili powder are all great options that add a little spice and pizazz to your pickles.
    Amber Love Bond, Southern Living, 7 July 2024
  • Adobo is a mix of salt, paprika, black pepper, onion powder, oregano, cumin, garlic powder, and chili powder.
    Zayda Rivera, Parents, 2 July 2024
  • Yes, of course, in the form of fresh chiles and chili powder.
    Jeanmarie Brownson, chicagotribune.com, 11 Sep. 2019
  • Add the chili powder, cumin and oregano and stir to coat.
    Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 3 May 2024
  • Stir in 1 cup of the marinara, ½ cup of the salsa, and the chili powder.
    Laura Rege, Good Housekeeping, 28 June 2021
  • Add the rice and season with the salt, cumin and chili powder.
    Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2024
  • Add the beef to the stock pot along with the ancho paste, chili powder, cumin and oregano.
    Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 2 Feb. 2018
  • Add in the tomatoes with their juice, chili powder and cumin.
    Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 4 Feb. 2022
  • Add the beef back in, along with garlic, chili powder, cayenne, cumin and salt.
    ExpressNews.com, 9 Nov. 2020
  • Add peanuts, cilantro, and chili powder to onion mixture and give it all a good toss.
    Bon Appetit, 23 Apr. 2018
  • In a bowl, combine lime and lemon juice, green onion, cilantro and chili powder.
    Ann Maloney, NOLA.com, 23 May 2018
  • Add more chili powder to increase the heat and spiciness of this dish.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 21 June 2023
  • Stir in the garlic, chili powder, and cumin and cook for about 30 seconds.
    Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 29 Jan. 2022
  • Stir in the garlic, chili powder, and cumin and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
    Woman's Day Kitchen, Woman's Day, 26 Aug. 2014
  • This recipe only has 1 dump of chili powders and cumin.
    Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2023
  • Add a pinch of sea salt, the honey, shawarma spice and chili powder.
    Emanuelle Lee, sun-sentinel.com, 14 Aug. 2019
  • Brush on cobs and top with chili powder, cotija cheese and fresh cilantro.
    Kate Merker, Country Living, 20 June 2021
  • In a small bowl combine the oil, chili powder, and hot pepper sauce.
    Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Aug. 2023
  • Toss with chili powder and cumin during the last minute of cooking.
    Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 7 Sep. 2023
  • The taste is crunchy, salty, sweet, sour and spicy — due to the lime juice, chili powder, and La Botanera hot sauce that the chips are topped with.
    Stephanie García, baltimoresun.com, 4 May 2021
  • In a small bowl, combine the oil, chili powder, cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt and cayenne.
    Meredith Deeds Special To The Star Tribune, Star Tribune, 2 Sep. 2020
  • Blend liquid with the chili powder and pour into a small sauce boat.
    Barbara Mahany, chicagotribune.com, 29 June 2018
  • Add chili powder, give it a stir, then add crushed tomatoes and beef broth.
    Karen Martin, NOLA.com, 3 Feb. 2021
  • A little hot pepper sauce and chili powder turn up the heat.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Mar. 2024
  • Add the tomatoes, beans and 2 tablespoons of the chili powder.
    Susan Selasky, sacbee, 16 Jan. 2018
  • Stir in tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, and oregano.
    Marian Cooper Cairns, Country Living, 5 Feb. 2018
  • Putting chili powder, salt, or celery salt on the rim of the glass and chasing with a gherkin can take these to the next level.
    Christina Manian, Rdn, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2023
  • Place the remaining ¾ cup of half-and-half in a small saucepan and whisk in the chili powder and smoked paprika.
    Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 7 Jan. 2023
  • Spread the mayonnaise evenly on the corn, then sprinkle with the cheese and chili powder.
    Mackensy Lunsford, USA TODAY, 5 Sep. 2022
  • Adjust the spices to your liking, and turn it up a notch with extra chili powder.
    Alexa Tucker, Men's Health, 21 Dec. 2022

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