Food: Paprika [edit]

Other Names: 辣椒 (Chinese), パプリカ (Japanese), الفلفل الحلو (Arabic), लाल शिमला मिर्च (Hindi), Pimenton (Spanish) All Translations
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Paprika is a spice made from the grinding of dried fruits of ''Capsicum annuum'' (e.g., bell peppers or chili peppers). In many European countries, the word ''paprika'' also refers to bell peppers themselves. The seasoning is used in many cuisines to add color and flavor to dishes. Paprika can range from sweet (mild, not hot) to spicy (hot). Flavors also vary from country to country.

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[edit] About Paprika

Paprika is a sweet variety of Capsicum annuum that is most often used as a flavoring for meat, stews, soups and casseroles in Hungarian, Spanish, American and Moroccan cooking.

Paprika ranges from sweet and mild to hot depending on where it is grown. Hungarian paprika is considered to have the greatest range of flavor.

Paprika is more readily available in powdered form.