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Paprika is a spice made from dried and ground peppers of the genus Capsicum Annuum. It contains a number of flavor-giving compounds, including capsaicin, carotenes and various essential oils, which are responsible for its unique sweet, fruity aroma and typical color. You can buy a variety of high quality paprika online in our store.

Paprika is used in a wide range of dishes to add flavor, color, texture and aroma. It adds a bright red color and a sweet, mildly spicy flavor to dishes, making it a versatile ingredient that can be used in both savory and sweet recipes. Paprika is common in many cuisines around the world, including Hungarian, Spanish, Turkish, Indian and Mexican.

Popular paprika dishes

One of the most famous paprika dishes is Hungarian goulash or pörkölt, a hearty stew of beef, onions, potatoes and paprika. A staple of Hungarian cuisine, it is often served with bread or dumplings as a side dish. Another popular Hungarian dish is chicken paprikash, made with chicken, onions, paprika powder and sour cream. For a creamy texture, generous use is made here of sweet paprika. For a spicy touch, hot paprika rose hot is added towards the end.

Paprika smoked from Spain

In Spain, paprika is used in the famous dish Patatas Bravas. This consists of fried potatoes served with a spicy tomato sauce flavored with paprika. The smoky flavor of the peppers adds depth to the sauce. To prepare the Spanish salami Chorizo, the Spanish Paprika de La Vera smoked over oak wood is indispensable. It gives the spicy sausage its characteristic aroma. For the preparation of the Mallorcan classic Arroz Brut (dirty rice), the oily Niora paprika is often used, which gives the dish a full-bodied and round aroma.

Chili and paprika harmonize perfectly

In Turkish cuisine, paprika is used in a variety of dishes, including lamb kebabs, roasted eggplant dip and stuffed peppers. The spice is also used to prepare a popular breakfast dish called menemen, which is made with eggs, tomatoes, peppers and paprika powder. The chili bell pepper mixture Pulbiber is also often used for this purpose.

In Indian cuisine, paprika is used in many dishes, including tandoori chicken, a popular dish that is marinated in a mixture of yogurt and paprika before being roasted in a tandoori oven. Occasionally, paprika is substituted for this with the mild Kashmiri chili. Paprika is also used in the spice blend garam masala, which is used in many Indian dishes to add heat and depth of flavor.

Paprika and chili is used in Mexican cooking for dishes such as chili con carne and enchiladas. The spice is also used to prepare the popular spice blend adobo, which is used to marinate meats and vegetables.

Paprika is one of the most widely used and versatile spices in the world. Whether it's Hungarian goulash, Spanish patatas bravas, Turkish lamb kebabs, Indian tandoori chicken or Mexican chili con carne, paprika adds a unique flavor and color to dishes. If you're looking to add some depth and heat to your cooking, consider incorporating paprika into your recipes.