spice
Chilli pepper paste
Mirch paste
6 g1 teaspoon
16 g1 tablespoon
Typical chilli paste density about 1.1 g/ml; 1 tsp gives about 5.5 g.
Instead of Chilli pepper paste
Chilli pasteUse the same weight; adjust after tasting because salt and heat vary by brand.
Red chilli pasteUse the same weight; it gives a deeper red colour and a slightly rounder heat.
Chilli powderUse about 30% of the paste weight, mix to a paste with water and fry briefly to remove rawness.
