Who knew paprika was a spice with so many talents?

Paprika is used in a variety of different cuisines but it’s adored by Hungarians. You won’t find a goulash without it. In Spain and Mexico it’s used to flavour chorizo and paella. And in Portugal and Turkey for stews and soups.

If you are using a recipe that calls for powdered chili peppers of this kind, you can usually use cayenne pepper substitute without significantly changing the taste of the dish.

WHAT TYPE OF CHILI PEPPER TO USE

Thanks to its versatility, it can be used as a condiment, seasoning, or marinade for all sorts of dishes. So go ahead and give it a try in your next recipe!

How is paprika used? The most popular form of paprika is sweet paprika, meaning it has no heat. This spice is a rich red color, and is used to add sweet and earthy flavor to meals. Common dishes that use paprika range from authentic Hungarian goulash, to chicken paprikash, rice dishes, chili con carne, eggs, soups, and stews.

This sauce is hot and sweet, making it a very versatile dipping sauce. You can serve it with finger foods or douse your crispy noodles in it. While it’s mainly used as a dipping sauce, I also use it in stir-fries to add that perfect sweet, salty, spicy flavour.

Transfer to a clean jar. In our experience, the sauce stores well at the coldest part of the refrigerator (e.g., in the way back) for a good 2-3 months. And, of course, always dip into it with a clean spoon/chopsticks to preserve it. If there’s any foul smell or the sound of gas escaping when you crack it open, discard it. But we’re betting it doesn’t last past the 2-week mark!