Chili origin

Chili pepper

Varieties of peppers of Capsicum genus

"Red Chillies" redirects here. For the film, see Red Chillies (film)."Hot pepper" redirects here. For other uses, see Hot pepper (disambiguation).For the dish often called simply "chili", see Chili con carne. For the band, see Red Hot Chili Peppers.

Chili peppers, also spelled chile or chilli (from Classical Nahuatl chīlli[ˈt͡ʃiːlːi]), are varieties of berry-fruit plants from the genusCapsicum, which are members of the nightshade family Solanaceae, cultivated for their pungency. Chili peppers are widely used in many cuisines as a spice to add "heat" to dishes. Capsaicin and the related capsaicinoids give chili peppers their intensity when ingested or applied topically. Chili peppers exhibit a range of heat and flavors. This diversity is the reason behind the availability of different types of chili powder, each offering its own taste and heat level.

Chili peppers originated in Central or South America and were first cultivated in Mexico. European explorers brought chili peppers back to th

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  • Where was chili invented?
  • What are the most common ingredients in chili?
  • What does chili con carne mean?

When the weather turns cold outside, many kids look forward to special treats to warm their tummies when they come inside from making snow angels and sledding. After all, is there any better way to thaw yourself from the inside out than a warm cup of hot cocoa?

If you're lucky, there might be another special treat bubbling in a large pot on the stove in the kitchen. As you sniff the air, you detect the aroma of meat, peppers, and spices. A quick glance inside the pot reveals the presence of a thick soup or stew that's sure to delight. What are we talking about? Today we're WONDERing about chili!

If you're a fan of chili, you know that this spicy dish comes in an almost-endless number of varieties. Just attend any chili cook-off and you'll be amazed at the versions you'll see. From mild to hot, chili can feature different types of peppers, meats, spices, and even beans and noodles in some

Chile

Country in South America

This article is about the Republic of Chile. For other uses, see Chile (disambiguation).

Republic of Chile

República de Chile (Spanish)

Motto: Por la razón o la fuerza
("By reason or by force")
Anthem: Himno Nacional de Chile
("National Anthem of Chile")

Chilean territory in dark green; claimed but uncontrolled territory in light green

Capital

and largest city

Santiagoa
33°26′S70°40′W / 33.433°S 70.667°W / -33.433; -70.667
National languageSpanish
Religion

(2021)[1]

Demonym(s)
GovernmentUnitary presidential republic

• President

Gabriel Boric

• President of the Senate

José García Ruminot

• President of the Chamber of Deputies

Karol Cariola

• President of Supreme Court

Juan Fuentes Belmar
LegislatureNational Congress

• Upper house

Senate

• Lower house

Chamber of Deputies

• Government Junta

18 September 1810

• Declared

12 February 1818

• Re

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