Paprika

usgb/pəˈpriːkə/
noun

A red powder made from ground sweet red peppers, used to add flavor to food.

She added a sprinkle of paprika to the potatoes for extra flavor.
Visual representation of "paprika" - A red powder made from ground sweet red peppers, used to add flavor to food.

Often appears as...

  • sprinkle of paprika
  • paprika powder
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Culinary Spice

Paprika is primarily a cooking spice, often found in kitchens and recipes.

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This recipe calls for a tablespoon of paprika.
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Color Indicator

Paprika not only flavors a dish but also adds a vibrant red color.

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The paprika turned the chicken a beautiful red hue.
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Heat Variations

Paprika can range from sweet to hot. Smoked paprika has a distinctive smoky taste.

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I prefer the subtle heat of hot paprika in my chili.
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