Crushed red pepper

Paprika is an aromatic and spicy spice made from dried and coarsely ground chili peppers. Depending on the variety of pepper, it can have different shades of spiciness, and most often contains seeds and scales, which contributes to a more intense and lasting hot taste.

It is used in many cuisines around the world to add spiciness and texture to dishes. It is often present in Italian, Asian, Mexican and Balkan cuisine, being added to pizzas, pasta, meat dishes, sauces, soups and marinades. Crushed hot pepper is an indispensable ingredient in various seasoning mixtures such as “chili flakes” and “spicy dry mixes” for meats and vegetables.

When cooking, the spice can be lightly toasted in fat to release an even more intense flavor. Thanks to its coarser texture, crushed red pepper provides not only heat and flavor, but also a visual accent in dishes.