chilli
/ˈtʃɪli/
noun
- The small, hot-tasting pod of a type of pepper, used in cooking to add spiciness.
- Some people like to eat raw chilli with their meal.
- The recipe calls for two green chillies, but you can use less if you prefer mild food.
- She added a chopped red chilli to the stir-fry for extra heat.
- A spicy dish made with meat, beans, tomatoes, and chilli peppers, often served as a stew.
- His homemade chilli won first prize at the local food fair.
- We had a bowl of chilli with rice for dinner on the cold evening.
- Would you like some cheese and sour cream on your chilli?