Balance it out with ground Chile pepper, if you don't mind spicy, or ground nutmeg (a little goes a long way).
Most people say [UP To] a 1/4 tsp of nutmeg. Sugar and tomatoe paste will work also.
As cumin has such a distinctive taste I do not see how you would be able to cover its taste without removing it completely or having added only a tiny amount.
Use less.
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Yes Powdered cumin is the same as ground cumin - powdered cumin is fine and ground is coarser.
No cumin is very distinct. However you could use cumin seed, or maybe bruise it a little in a mortar and pestle. It should keep it from interfering with the color of your white chili.
You can reduce the taste of ground cloves in Chili by increasing some of the other ingredients that you have used. Adding more tomatoes, and onions will decrease the flavor of cloves.
I would not substitute cumin for chili... they are completely different flavors. Chili powder is not powdered chili... it is a blend of several different spices, often including cumin. If you find one brand of chili powder too strong then try another, or make your own by mixing powdered chilis with cumin, powdered garlic, oregano and salt. You might also add one or more of the following: tumeric, mace, cinnamon, corriander, nutmeg, black pepper or white pepper.
You taste it.
chili poweder and cumin are two.
A spice. Cumin has a earthy and nutty taste to it. It can also taste a little spicy or peppery and has a pungent smell. It is used in Middle Eastern and European cuisine.
Chili powder is a blend of spices. You can make your own or substitute the spices by using red pepper, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika and garlic these are the most common. Some cooks may add cinnamon, clove, mace, corinder nutmeg or turmeric. I know some who like a little bay leaf in theirs.
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Dredge in flour and throw a bit of cumin in for taste.
Chili dogs are delicious, and you can add to them with such things as cheese or slaw. Slaw is my favorite. it counts if about the taste buds .