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PAPRIKA
Paprika is a spice which comes from a mild red pepper in the family
Capsicum annum. It is a brilliant red powder and often used as a
garnish.
Traditional Ethnic Uses
Paprika is the main flavour in Hungarian cooking, including dishes such
as Goulash and Chicken Paprikash.
In the United States, it is often used
as a garnish on stuffed eggs, fish, and cheese and vegetable casseroles.
Spanish Paprika
flavours shellfish, rice, and sausage dishes. In Morocco,
Paprika is used in tomato dishes and salads.
Taste and Aroma
Paprika ranges from sweet and mild to hot. American Paprika is the
blandest, while Hungarian Paprika has the greatest range of flavour
A Few Ideas
Paprika is useful as a simple garnish for almost any savoury dish.
Combine it with butter, margarine, or oil for a quick baste for fish or
poultry.
This is especially good on roast turkey. Paprika can be mixed
with bread crumbs before sprinkling them over casseroles or vegetables.
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