Chili powder

Chili powder is an alternative that works well because cumin is one of the main components in certain varieties. In addition to paprika, garlic powder, oregano, crushed cayenne, and onion powder, the mixture may also contain chili powder, so keep that in mind.

This alternative works well when cooking a dish like pinto beans, but it might not go well with the tastes of some other cuisines, including Indian curries. Chili powder may also give your food a more scarlet tint due to the paprika and cayenne it contains. Use half the amount of cumin specified in the recipe, as you would with the other substitutions. Use 1/2 tbsp. (7 grams) of chili powder in place of 1 tbsp. (14 grams) of powdered cumin in the recipe.