5 Dishes That Deserve Yellow Chilli Powder

Add a Golden Kick to Your Kitchen
Move over red chilli powder—there’s a new hero in town. Yellow Chilli Powder is bold, bright, and buzzing with flavor. With its vibrant color, medium heat, and tangy undertones, it’s the secret behind many regional Indian favorites, especially from Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan.

If you’re ready to explore this golden spice, here are 5 dishes that absolutely come alive with yellow chilli powder.

1️⃣ Kadhi (Yogurt-Based Curry)
Creamy, tangy, and soul-warming—kadhi is comfort food done right. But here’s what elevates it:
👉 A pinch of yellow chilli powder in the tadka (tempering) brings a burst of heat and that signature golden hue that makes kadhi look and taste irresistible.

Tip: Add it at the oil stage to release its color and aroma before pouring it over your kadhi.

2️⃣ Achaar (Indian Pickles)
Indian pickles are all about bold spices and preserved intensity. And guess what? Yellow chilli powder is a classic ingredient in North Indian pickles, especially mango and lemon varieties.

👉 Its sour-spicy punch and color make it a perfect choice for homemade pickles that stand out in both flavor and shelf appeal.

Pro Tip: Combine it with mustard seeds, fenugreek, and mustard oil for the real deal.

3️⃣ Paneer Bhurji
This quick, flavorful scrambled paneer dish is a lifesaver for weekday dinners. Yellow chilli powder lifts it by:

Adding a mild, lingering heat

Making the dish look vibrant without overpowering the cheese

👉 Just a ½ tsp mixed in with your regular masala can transform bland bhurji into a plateful of magic.

4️⃣ Chutneys & Street-Style Chaats
Ever wondered why the green chutney in your favorite chaat tastes spicy but not red? That’s likely the yellow chilli at work.

👉 It adds heat without changing the color too much, keeping the chutney green but fiery.

Try It In:

Coriander-mint chutney

Tamarind-onion dips

Aloo tikki or samosa chaat toppings

5️⃣ Stuffed Parathas (Aloo, Mooli, Paneer)
Your paratha stuffing deserves more than just garam masala. Yellow chilli powder is a game-changer here.

👉 It brings in spice and a hint of sourness, which works beautifully with potatoes, paneer, or radish fillings.

Bonus: It enhances both flavor and digestion when combined with carom seeds (ajwain) in the dough.

🌟 Final Sprinkle of Wisdom
Yellow chilli powder isn’t just a pretty spice—it’s got flavor, attitude, and heritage. These five dishes are only the beginning. Once you start using it, you'll wonder how your kitchen went without it.

Welza Yellow Chilli Powder is sourced from premium sun-dried chillies and ground to perfection—so every pinch is packed with natural heat and golden goodness.