A spice that's central to Hungarian cuisine, paprika is made by drying a particular type of sweet pepper, then grinding them to a fine, rich red powder.
Its flavour varies from mild to pretty robust, but it's never as hot as chilli or cayenne - unlike those fiery spices, its main purpose is to add flavour and colour, more than heat. Paprika is also used in Austrian, Spanish, Indian and Moroccan food.
How do I get Paprika ready to use?
No preparation is required.
What about keeping Paprika?
Keep in an airtight container in a cool dark place, it will last a couple of months.
A spice that's central to Hungarian cuisine, paprika is made by drying a particular type of sweet pepper, then grinding them to a fine, rich red powder.
Its flavour varies from mild to pretty robust, but it's never as hot as chilli or cayenne - unlike those fiery spices, its main purpose is to add flavour and colour, more than heat. Paprika is also used in Austrian, Spanish, Indian and Moroccan food.