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California Paprika

California Paprika

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This freshly ground California paprika is a darker blend, deep in both flavor and red color. Use to make BBQ rubs, or sprinkle on deviled eggs and potato salad. Add to homemade chili powder blends, or mix into chili recipes. Try in any dish where a deep, rich red color is desired. Our paprika comes from a hybrid red pepper indigenous to California. Not readily available in common grocery stores, Californian blends of paprika are widely used in the commercial food industry to enhance or color products and food dishes equally. For more, go Behind the Seasoning: Paprika.

Flavor Profile

Made from a dried hybrid red peppers from California, this darker paprika spice is bittersweet in flavor, and pairs well with garlic and thyme.

How to Use

Mix California paprika into BBQ rubs and chili powders. Add to your favorite chili recipe for color and great flavor. Use where a deep rich red color is desired.

About The Spice

This paprika blend has a savory sweet taste, with a little kick. Vibrant and deep red, it's the perfect addition to Southwestern dishes or homemade BBQ sauces.

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California Paprika Q&A

What is California paprika?

California paprika is typically a darker, deeper red blend of paprika powder that's used to enhance red color in many recipes. It's both a bit bittersweet and savory in flavor.

What is the difference between Hungarian and California paprika?

California paprika powder is more of a deep red in color, whereas Hungarian paprika powder has a bit more of an orange tint in color.

Is California paprika the same as smoked paprika?

California paprika is not the same as smoked paprika, as it's not been through any sort of smoking process, despite it's deep red color.

Dietary Information

Salt-Free

MSG-Free

Nut-Free

Dairy-Free

Gluten-Free

Onion-Free

Garlic-Free

Black Pepper-Free

Corn-Free

Sweetener-Free

Sugar-Free

Sesame-Free

Vegetarian

Vegan