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  • noun Plural form of chili.

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Examples

  • Just entering the gigantic warehouse of mountains of dried chilies is a visual treat and an olfactory adventure.

    The Jewels Of Mexico: Public Markets by Vicki Cowal 2006

  • Just entering the gigantic warehouse of mountains of dried chilies is a visual treat and an olfactory adventure.

    The Jewels Of Mexico: Public Markets by Vicki Cowal 2006

  • I've been to New Mexico twice this year ... the chilies are awesome but the tamales are not as good as mine.

    part 1 | Homesick Texan Homesick Texan 2006

  • Chocolate tempers the heat of chilies, which is why it's such a popular ingredient in Latin American cuisine.

    NPR Topics: News 2011

  • In her search for the biggest, boldest flavors, she mixes and matches cultures in dishes like escargot with tamarind and miso, amberjack crudo with crisp pork bellies and Latin American chilies, and goat meat chorizo with Serbian pepper relish.

    StarTribune.com rss feed 2011

  • I made them with my husband's home-grown no name chilies and omitted the cilantro.

    Küchenlatein 2009

  • Sweet peppers are also capsicums, but are usually not called chilies in English, though they are chiles in Spanish.

    Hungry Magazine 2008

  • The highlight is the interactive bar where you can mix your own concoctions from a large selection of ingredients such as chilies, fresh fruit, cardamom and thyme, and alcohol such as imported vodkas, rums and tequilas.

    After Hours: Mumbai 2009

  • In contrast, cold foods are restricted such as chilies and bitter things are believed to make the blood thin and can increasebleeding.

    Culture's Role in Treatment of New Mothers 2008

  • To take a traditional meal and make it your own, incorporate traditional Latin ingredients such as chilies and Mexican cheeses, then add your favorite in-season go-to ingredients.

    unknown title 2009

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