Consider curry: the happy intersection of pungent chili powder and fragrant spices, a kaleidoscope of shifting colors.

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The use of pepper spray as a weapon, and chili powder as a means of torture, suggests that it must.

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Red chutney scorches the mouth with garlic and chili powder (and maybe a touch of tamarind), while the green stuff tingles the lips with green chilis, cilantro and mint.

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Combine masa harina and chili powder in large bowl.

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According to my gastric guardian, I had nothing to fear from the vada (pronounced "wahda") a mixture of chunky mashed potatoes, curry leaves, cilantro, mustard seeds and other spices, dipped in a turmeric- and chili-powder-laced chickpea flour batter, then deep fried.

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