SMOKED PAPRIKA, Organic
SMOKED PAPRIKA, Organic
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Sourced from Spain, our single origin Smoked Paprika is known for its captivating smoky aroma and vivid colour. Artfully smoked over oak wood, this spice brings warmth and depth to any dish, effortlessly adding a slice of Spanish tradition to your kitchen. Its rich flavour profile makes it a must-have for enhancing recipes with its distinctive smoky touch.
Origin: Spain
Botanical Name: Capsicum Annuum
Ideas:
- Avocado Slices with a Smoky Twist: Elevate simple avocado slices into a culinary treat with a light sprinkle of smoked paprika. This easy, slightly smoked delight offers a creamy texture paired with a hint of smokiness, perfect for an elegant snack or a fancy toast topping.
- Popcorn with a Smoky Paprika Kick: Transform your popcorn into a smoky, savory sensation by tossing it in olive oil and a pinch of smoked paprika. Each kernel bursts with flavour, making movie nights a little spicier.
- Aromatic Roasted Potatoes: Give your roasted potatoes a memorable makeover with smoked paprika, olive oil, and a hint of rosemary. This combination ensures each bite is comforting, aromatic, and irresistibly crispy, making it the perfect side dish to warm the heart and the table.
Lucky Spice Flavour Chart:
Heat Level ✹ 5.5/10 ✹ A moderate warmth that builds subtly, perfect for adding depth to dishes.
Sweet ✹ 3/10 ✹ Its natural sweetness underlines the smokiness, hinting at the peppers' sun-drenched origins.
Bitter ✹ 2/10 ✹ A slight bitterness adds complexity, balancing the smokiness without overpowering.
Savoury ✹ 6.5/10 ✹ Robust and hearty, it's a backbone of flavour in Spanish cuisine.
Umami ✹ 2.5/10 ✹ A whisper of umami enriches dishes, making them moreishly savoury.
Citrus ✹ 0/10 ✹ No citrus notes here, smoked paprika sticks to earthier, smokier vibes.
Brightness ✹ 2/10 ✹ It offers a muted brightness, subtly lifting dishes without taking centre stage.
Smoky ✹ 9.5/10 ✹ Powerfully smoky, it's like capturing the essence of a Spanish wood fire.
Earthy ✹ 6/10 ✹ Grounded with a palpable earthiness, reflecting the soil of its Spanish terroir.
Complexity ✹ 7/10 ✹ Layers of flavour that unfold beautifully, testament to its artisanal smoking process.Fun Fact: Beyond its culinary uses, smoked paprika has been historically used in Spain as a natural food colouring, giving chorizo and other traditional dishes their characteristic red colour.
