Bodrum Smoked Paprika is ground red pepper with a deep, smoky aroma, packed in a 75 g stand-up pouch with a tear-here-and-reseal strip. The front of the pack describes it as 100% natural and states that it contains no artificial colours or additives, so it is a straightforward everyday spice to keep in the cupboard.
Use it wherever you want a rich red colour and a smoky note. Sprinkle it over fried or boiled eggs and roasted potatoes, stir it into olive oil with garlic as a quick marinade for chicken or lamb, or add a spoonful to lentil soup, bean stews and tomato-based sauces. A pinch on top of köfte, pilaf or yoghurt dips adds colour and aroma. The pack does not say how hot this paprika is, so start with a little and adjust to taste. Paprika scorches easily, so add it towards the end of cooking over moderate heat.
After each use, press the pouch closed along the reseal strip and keep it in a cool, dry cupboard away from direct light and moisture so the colour and aroma last. Please check the pack for the ingredient list and any allergen information.