Organic paprika | powder | red | hot smoked

What is it about / Product description

Biova Organic Paprika is an intensely bright red, finely ground spice powder from Spain that is traditionally hot-smoked over oak wood. Fully ripe pods develop a characteristic smoky note and an expressive aroma. This creates a smoked paprika powder with a strong color and a harmonious balance of smoke, sweetness and fruitiness.

Gentle drying and grinding produce a fine / flaky bulk product of consistent quality, ideal for professional kitchens, spice manufacturers and ambitious home cooks. Biova relies on transparent origin, careful selection of raw materials and processing that optimally preserves flavor and color. The hot smoking over several days creates a spicy, complex profile that is easy to dose and combine.

In hot dishes, the smoked organic paprika adds depth and color to stews, soups, sauces and grilled dishes. Its full aroma unfolds particularly well in Spanish-inspired dishes such as paella or chorizo variations. The red paprika powder is also a versatile base for an authentic smoky note in BBQ rubs, marinades and vegan dishes.

Origin

The paprika pods come from Spain, where sunny, warm climatic conditions offer ideal prerequisites for outdoor cultivation. There the fruits ripen into bright red pods with an intense inherent aroma, typical of Spanish smoked paprika.

Cultivation / Production / Harvest

After harvesting, only fully ripe red pods are selected and carefully cleaned. They are then dried for several days over oak wood fires, during which they are hot-smoked at the same time. Finally, the pods are ground into a fine, homogeneous powder that mixes evenly and can be dosed precisely.

Special features

Characteristic are the strong red color, the fine / flaky grain and the intense smoky aroma, which clearly distinguishes it from unsmoked paprika powder. As a bulk product, it is particularly suitable for larger consumption in gastronomy, catering and professional kitchens.

Differences in origin and processing

Spanish smoked paprika is traditionally dried over hardwood such as oak, which creates a deep, warm smoky aroma. Compared to air-dried paprika powders, the result is significantly more savory, complex and color-intense.

Taste & smell

The taste shows an intensely smoky profile with sweet, fruity paprika notes and pleasant seasoning without being hot. The aroma is reminiscent of wood smoke, grilled vegetables and Mediterranean or Spanish cuisine.

Possible applications

• Seasoning stews, goulash, soups and sauces for a strong smoky note.
• Refining BBQ rubs, marinades, grilled vegetables, meat and veggie dishes.
• Flavouring rice dishes, paella, potato dishes and vegan pan dishes.

Product specification

• Country of origin: Spain
• Grain size: fine / flaky
• Color: red
• Product type: Food, spice, smoked paprika powder, bulk product
• Weight per unit: approx. 1.05 kg per unit