Hungarian hot paprika
In southern Hungary, on the banks of the Danube, the village of Fajsz has lived to the rhythm of paprika for generations. This is where Dora, a committed producer, cultivates a remarkable spicy paprika, in the heart of a vast, natural landscape, between soft light and the river breeze.
Coming from the same lands and with the same care as our mild paprika, this hot paprika is distinguished by its balance between intensity and finesse. Its powder is fine, deep red, and its lively flavor doesn't seek to dominate, but rather to liven up dishes with precision. It stings, but without burning; it stimulates, without overwhelming.
Slowly dried and precisely ground, this spicy paprika releases bold, vibrant notes, ideal for enhancing sauces, vegetables, meats, or stews. A spice of character, rooted in Hungarian soil, rewarded for its quality and aromatic power.
Hungarian hot paprika
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What is hot paprika?
Hot paprika is a spice made from dried and finely ground varieties of chili peppers with a brighter flavor. Contrary to the popular belief that all paprika is mild, some varieties develop a more pronounced heat while retaining rich, deep aromas.
Native to Central America, paprika has found deep roots in Hungary, where it is now considered a national culinary symbol. There are several types of paprika—sweet, smoked, hot—each with nuances of flavor, color, and intensity, depending on the cultivated varieties and processing methods.
Hot paprika is particularly appreciated for elegantly enhancing dishes without overwhelming other flavors. It adds warmth, aroma, and character to soups, sauces, vegetables, meats, and stews. A spice that is both intense and balanced, its quality depends heavily on the care taken in growing, drying, and grinding.
How to use hot paprika?
Hot paprika is a natural spice with a warm, deep, and slightly full-bodied flavor. Made from more intense pepper varieties, it adds strength and vibrancy to your dishes, while retaining the elegance of Hungarian paprika. A handcrafted spice that enhances without masking, and flavors without overpowering.
- To spice up your dishes: Ideal for intensifying a recipe, hot paprika brings heat and character to grilled meats, sauces, roasted vegetables, stews or marinades.
- As a finishing touch: Perfect for adding some pep to a plate: fried eggs, mashed potatoes, hummus, cream cheese, or even a pizza. It adds color and depth without being overpowering.
- In simmered dishes: It blends very well into soups, stews or long sauces, where it slowly diffuses its lively and deep aromas.
- In plant-based cuisine: Widely used as an alternative to smoky or meaty flavors, it subtly enhances dishes made with lentils, tofu, chickpeas or vegetables.
Hot Paprika Around the World – 5 Traditional Recipes:
🇭🇺 Hungary – Lecsó : vegetable stew of peppers, tomatoes and paprika, spiced with a spicy hint.
🇲🇽 Mexico – Chili sin carne : vegetarian version of chili, spiced with hot paprika.
🇪🇸 Spain – Homemade Chorizo : Chorizo paste is often seasoned with hot paprika.
🇹🇷 Turkey – Menemen : Scrambled eggs with tomatoes and peppers, seasoned with a dash of hot paprika.
🇺🇸 United States – Spicy BBQ Sauce : the essential spicy touch in homemade sauces.
Tips for using hot paprika:
Recommended Amount: Start with ½ to 1 teaspoon for 4 people. Its intensity is more pronounced than sweet paprika, so it's best to go gradually.
Cooking: Avoid frying over high heat: it can become bitter. Add it at the end of cooking or to a hot sauce to preserve all its aromas.
Spice combinations: Hot paprika goes very well with cumin , garlic , black pepper , coriander , sweet pepper , thyme or rosemary . Ideal for creating your own homemade blends .
Why choose this paprika? : Produced in Fajsz , Hungary, this hot paprika is award-winning for its quality . Carefully grown, dried, and ground, it offers balanced heat , intense color , and a deep, authentic flavor .
The benefits of paprika
In addition to bringing warmth, color and aroma to your dishes, sweet paprika offers several natural benefits , often overlooked.
Strengthens natural defenses
Thanks to the capsaicin it contains in small quantities, paprika supports the body against minor seasonal ailments .
Soothes joint pain
Studies suggest that regular consumption may help relieve certain inflammations , particularly in the joints.
Promotes blood circulation
Paprika contributes to good circulation , ideal if you are prone to heavy legs or poor irrigation.
Helps prevent anemia
Rich in iron , it helps transport oxygen throughout the body — especially if combined with other iron-rich foods (such as legumes or meats).
Source of natural potassium
Paprika also provides potassium , which is essential for the proper functioning of muscles, the heart and the nervous system.
Rich in antioxidants
Its vitamin E content gives it protective properties against oxidative stress , beneficial for the skin and cardiovascular health.
Vitamins B2 and B6
Vitamin B2 contributes to the health of mucous membranes and muscle tissue . Vitamin B6 supports the vitality of hair and scalp.
Dora now runs the family farm with energy and simplicity. She represents the fourth generation in a line of paprika producers, and has grown in step with the harvests and the seasons.
Over the years, she has inherited precise gestures, a keen eye for quality, and a deep knowledge of the plant. Decades of experience in growing and processing paprika have been passed down to her , with a true respect for traditional methods.
Smiling, demanding and fully invested , Dora ensures that each harvest produces a remarkable sweet paprika, renowned for its finesse and depth.
It is here, in Fajsz , a small village nestled in the south of Hungary, that this exceptional paprika grows. Very close to the Danube , the land is fertile, bathed in light, and surrounded by generous nature.
This peaceful place, where crops flourish between the river and the open sky, offers ideal conditions for paprika: a mild climate , rich soil , and a closeness to nature that is felt even in the intensity of the color and the finesse of the taste.
In Fajsz, the land is welcoming, the pace is calm, and the people are warm —elements that are reflected in every harvest.
Every year in September, the field comes alive. The harvest begins by hand , fruit by fruit, under the still-warm late summer sun. The peppers are then left to mature for six weeks , to develop their full aromatic richness.
Then comes the meticulous work: the stems are removed one by one, by hand , before the rest of the process. Here, nothing is automated ; each step relies on human gestures, experience, and attention to detail.
