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Paprika Powder (Spain), 1/4 lb

Paprika Powder (Spain), 1/4 lb

Paprika is a colorful spice made from ground bell or chili peppers. In addition to adding vibrant color to deviled eggs, salads, potatoes and other foods, paprika bears the full flavor of its “parent” pepper. While the spice is used all over the world, it is essential to Hungarian and Spanish cuisines. The flavor profile of paprika – which can range from hot to smoky or sweet -- depends on the species and variety of pepper from which it is obtained as well as the region in which it is grown and how it is processed. Hungarian paprika, for instance, has a sweet flavor compared to Spanish paprika, which has a smoky, woody flavor because it is dried under smoldering oak.
 

  • Description

    Spanish paprika, or pimentón, is milder and sweeter than Hungarian varieties, sometimes owing its distinctive flavor to being dried via the smoke of oak timber.

    In addition to use as a spice to season stews, soups, rice, eggs, sausage and other meats, Spanish paprika is sometimes mixed with a small amount of olive oil and served as a condiment.

  • Storage Tips

    Store in an airtight container away from direct light, heat and moisture.

  • Appearance & Aroma

    Muted red in color, releases full aroma in cooking.

  • Culinary Uses

    Spanish paprika is used to flavor stews, soups, sauces and seafood and rice dishes, most notably paella.

  • How Hot Is This Pepper?

    500 HU
    In the Scoville Heat Unit Scale M means thousands, and the HU is short for Heat Units, which measure the amount of capsaicin the pepper contains.

  • Why Buy Powdered Spanish Paprika?

    Provides bright color and bold flavor.

$6.99Price
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