Paprika

Paprika is a universal seasoning and a ubiquitous item in the spice cabinet. It is made of a combination of dried peppers from the Capsicum annum family, which include both sweet and hot peppers.

This striking, crimson-red colored powder is very versatile; it is used to season dishes, garnish foods, and add color to a recipe. It can even be used to dye eggs and fabric.

It is very mild in flavor, with a sweet taste and subtle touch of heat. This generic paprika is best used to sprinkle on a finished dish, such as deviled eggs, and add color to grilled meat like in a rib spice rub.