paprika
noun
pa·pri·ka
pə-ˈprē-kə 
pa-
: a usually mild red seasoning consisting of the dried finely ground pods of various sweet peppers
also
: a sweet pepper used for making paprika
Examples of paprika in a Sentence
tomato sauce made with garlic, paprika, and pepper
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Stir together sauce: While chicken cooks, whisk together honey, ketchup, sugar, soy sauce, garlic, Worcestershire, vinegar, and smoked paprika in a medium bowl.
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Craig Ruff, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2025
As manufacturers phase out the dye, products featuring its vivid red color may look noticeably different or switch to alternatives like Red Dye No. 40, beet juice, or paprika extract.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
Ground paprika not only adds color but also adds sweetness and earthiness to the cauliflower.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 12 Dec. 2024
La Cocina brings a taste of the northwesterly Catamarca region with empanadas that stand apart for their thick, buttery dough, hearty stew-like fillings, and seasonings like paprika and cumin.
—Allie Lazar, Saveur, 11 Dec. 2024
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Craig Ruff, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2025
As manufacturers phase out the dye, products featuring its vivid red color may look noticeably different or switch to alternatives like Red Dye No. 40, beet juice, or paprika extract.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
Ground paprika not only adds color but also adds sweetness and earthiness to the cauliflower.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 12 Dec. 2024
La Cocina brings a taste of the northwesterly Catamarca region with empanadas that stand apart for their thick, buttery dough, hearty stew-like fillings, and seasonings like paprika and cumin.
—Allie Lazar, Saveur, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Paprika.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paprika. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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paprika
noun
pa·pri·ka
pə-ˈprē-kə
pa-
: a mild red spice consisting of the dried finely ground fruit of various cultivated sweet peppers
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