Paprika is a ground spice made from dried red fruits of the plant Capsicum annuum. In many languages, but not English, the word paprika also refers to the plant and the fruit from which the spice is made. The peppers used in making paprika originate from North America, in particular Central Mexico.
About Paprika in brief
Paprika is a ground spice made from dried red fruits of sweeter varieties of the plant Capsicum annuum. In many languages, but not English, the word paprika also refers to the plant and the fruit from which the spice is made, as well as to peppers in the Grossum group. The peppers used in making paprika originate from North America, in particular Central Mexico, where they have been cultivated for centuries. Paprika is used as an ingredient in numerous dishes throughout the world. It is principally used to season and color rices, stews, and soups, such as goulash, and in the preparation of sausages such as Spanish chorizo, mixed with meats and other spices.
In the United States, paprika is frequently sprinkled raw on foods as a garnish, but the flavor is more effectively brought out by heating it in oil. Some dishes for paprika in Portuguese cuisine call for a small amount of paprika for taste. The red, orange or yellow color is due to its content of carotenoids.
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