Use in cooking: The flavor of paprika is similar to that of sweet peppers, which are sometimes said to have a very mild citrus undertone. The flavor of paprika can be enhanced by heating it briefly in oil. It is commonly used to season stews, soups, and meat and vegetable dishes, as well as a colorful garnish on potatoes and eggs.

Capsicum annuum is part of the Solanaceae family (peppers, tomatoes, eggplants,,,)

He is originally from South America and was naturalized in Hungary and Spain. Made from dried red fruits of sweeter varieties of Capsicum annuum, it gets its color from its carotenoid content. This paprika is quite sweet. Paprika powder is often used as a garnish or coloring. Although paprika contains capsaicin, it is one of the mildest peppers and is considered not hot.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in a sealed container.