What can you do if add too much chilli to a dish?

If a dish turns out overly spicy, there are a few steps you can take to try and reduce the spiciness.

1. Dilute the dish.

- This can be done by adding more of the other ingredients in the dish, such as vegetables, meat, or broth.

- Adding dairy products like cream, yogurt, or sour cream can also help to tone down the heat.

2. Add sweetness.

- Sweet ingredients, such as sugar, honey, or fruit, can help to balance out the spiciness of the dish.

3. Use an acid.

- Adding an acidic ingredient, such as lemon juice, lime juice, or vinegar, can help to cut through the spiciness.

4. Serve the dish with cooling garnishes.

- Cooling garnishes like fresh cilantro, mint, or yogurt can also help to counteract the spiciness of the dish.

5. Neutralize the spiciness with bread or rice.

- Serving the dish with bread, rice, or other bland foods can help to absorb some of the spice and make the dish more enjoyable.

6. Offer a side of cooling condiments.

- Condiments like raita (yogurt-based sauce with spices) or sour cream can help to cool down the palate and balance out the spice level of the dish.

Remember, while these techniques can help reduce spiciness, it may not be possible to completely eliminate the heat from the dish. If the spice level is unbearable, it's best to err on the side of caution and discard the dish and start over with a milder recipe.