Sweet Smoked Paprika, 70 gr

Sweet Smoked Paprika 70 g Finca La Barca

Discover: Sweet Smoked Paprika 70 g

This sweet smoked paprika comes from the La Vera region of Extremadura and is protected by the Protected Designation of Origin . It is made exclusively with ripe, healthy ñora peppers , which are dried and slowly smoked over holm oak wood for about 15 days. They are then ground in stone mills until a fine, deep red powder is obtained. Its flavor is mild and sweet , without heat, but with deep smoky notes that add authenticity to your recipes. The 70g can preserves all its aroma and color.

Use and pairings: Sweet Smoked Paprika

This condiment is very versatile in the kitchen:

• Stews and casseroles : enhances the flavor of lentils, stews, soups and broths.
• Meat and sausages : ideal for marinating meats, chorizos or blood sausages and adding color and aroma to roasts and barbecues.
• Fish and seafood : use it in sauces for octopus, garlic shrimp, or cod.
• Rice and pasta dishes : essential in paellas, rice dishes, fideuás, or pasta with vegetables.
• Sauces and dressings : Add a teaspoon to mayonnaise, aioli, vinaigrettes or hummus for a smoky touch.
• Toppings : Sprinkle over patatas bravas, fried eggs, fresh cheeses or avocado.

Preparation, maturation and marketing

The peppers are selected when they reach their optimum ripeness. They are then slowly smoked over holm and oak wood for about two weeks, a process that gives the paprika its characteristic smoky aroma and aids its natural preservation. After drying, they are ground in centuries-old stone mills until a uniform powder is obtained. Finca La Barca sweet paprika is packaged in 70g metal cans that protect from light and moisture. This product is 100% smoked paprika, with no additives or artificial ingredients, and is free of gluten and GMOs.

History and origin

Pimentón de La Vera has a centuries-old tradition. The Hieronymite monks introduced pepper cultivation to the region in the 16th century, and since then, its production has been linked to the smoking method in oak-fired drying sheds. The Protected Designation of Origin guarantees that the entire process, from cultivation to milling, is carried out in the La Vera region following artisanal practices. The sweet variety is obtained from sweet ñora peppers, which offer a mild flavor and a deep aroma without any spiciness.

Characteristics:

• Net weight: 70 g.
• Variety: Sweet La Vera paprika, made with ñora peppers.
• Flavor and aroma: sweet and smooth, with intense smoky notes and a bright red color.
• Process: drying and smoking with oak wood for 15 days and stone grinding.
• Ingredients: 100% smoked paprika; no additives or colorings.
• Certification: Protected Designation of Origin "Pimentón de La Vera".
• Allergens: Does not contain gluten or other declared allergens.
• Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place; close the can tightly after each use.
• Origin: La Vera, Cáceres, Spain.

Frequently asked questions about Sweet Smoked Paprika 70g:

What makes it unique? Its handcrafted oak wood and its Designation of Origin certification guarantee an authentic, sweet, smoky flavor.

Is it spicy? No, the sweet version uses ñora peppers that add flavor and color without the heat.

Does it contain additives or salt? No, it's made only with smoked and ground peppers.

Can it be used in vegan and gluten-free diets? Yes, it's a 100% plant-based and gluten-free product.

How to store it? Store the can in a cool, dry place, away from direct light and moisture; close the lid tightly after each use to preserve its aroma.

What dishes does it enhance? It enhances soups, stews, meats, fish, rice dishes, potatoes, and sauces, adding color, aroma, and a smoky flavor without the spiciness.