Keep chili powder away from pets. Most blends contain onion or garlic powder — toxic to pets — plus capsaicin that irritates the mouth, throat, and GI tract. Avoid all chili-seasoned foods.
Chili powder is a spice blend of ground chili peppers with cumin, oregano, paprika, garlic, and onion powder. Formulas vary by brand.
Chili powder is used in chili, taco meat, fajitas, dry rubs, soups, and snack coatings. Commercial taco packets and chili starter mixes are common pantry sources.
Smoked and hot blends may include paprika concentrates and cayenne. Seasoned meat residue and restaurant leftovers often carry layered spice blends. Chili powder is a component of many Tex-Mex and barbecue products.
