paprika

First recorded in 1895–1900; from Hungarian, from Serbo-Croatian pàprika “pepper, paprika,” derivative of pȁpar “ground pepper,” from unattested Slavic pĭprŭ, pĭprĭ (compare Old Church Slavonic pĭprŭ, Slovenian péper, Czech pepř, Polish pieprz ), ultimately from Latin piper pepper

Words nearby paprika

Pappenheimer body, pappose, pappus, Pappus of Alexandria, pappy, paprika, Pap smear, PAP technique, Pap test, Papua, Papuan

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How to use paprika in a sentence

All the better if you throw in some waffles and a watermelon salad hinting of citrus and paprika.
Count on crisp and juicy fried chicken at the bustling new Yardbird in D.C.|Tom Sietsema|June 25, 2021|Washington Post
In a small bowl, stir together the paprika, onion powder, granulated garlic, salt and pepper until combined.
Pork chops and peaches meld savory with sweet in this speedy skillet dinner|Ellie Krieger|June 17, 2021|Washington Post
Depending on the brand, some tend to lean sweet while others rely more on spices like chile and paprika powders.
The Ultimate Guide to Barbecue Sauces|Lazarus Lynch|June 11, 2021|Eater
Season the flour with the paprika and the breadcrumbs with the remaining salt and pepper.
The Complete Guide to Air Fryers|Christine Byrne|April 7, 2021|Outside Online

Add the almonds, paprika, garlic, salt and pepper and stir to combine.
Pop open a box of cereal for a crunchy twist on baked chicken tenders|Ellie Krieger|February 18, 2021|Washington Post
Rub pork loin with paprika, Cajun seasoning, parsley, onion powder, garlic powder, sugar, salt, and pepper.
Epic Meal Empire’s Meat Monstrosities: From the Bacon Spider to the Cinnabattleship|Harley Morenstein|July 26, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Marinate flank steak in garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, oil, salt and pepper.
Epic Meal Empire’s Meat Monstrosities: From the Bacon Spider to the Cinnabattleship|Harley Morenstein|July 26, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Paprika has a huge cult following and Nolan has quietly admitted a similarity.
Hollywood Sci-Fi Films Are Ripping Off Anime|David Levesley|April 18, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Tomatoes are nightshades, a plant family whose other members include tobacco, potatoes, pimentos, peppers, eggplant and paprika.
Pizza Might Be Your Enemy|Daniela Drake|March 9, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Remove the saucepot from the heat and add the paprika, stirring to incorporate.
How Top Chefs Stay Thin|Rachel Syme|December 15, 2009|DAILY BEAST
Return to shells, put a few drops of milk on top; rough with fork; sprinkle with paprika and place in oven until brown.
The New Dr. Price Cookbook|Anonymous
After the veal has been thus prepared, reheat it with white sauce and season it well with paprika, salt, and pepper.
Woman's Institute Library of Cookery, Vol. 3|Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences
Melt the butter in a saucepan and add the flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.
Woman's Institute Library of Cookery, Vol. 3|Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences
Season cream cheese well with paprika and a little additional salt if necessary.
Woman's Institute Library of Cookery, Vol. 4|Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences
Fill the hollows of the stems of celery with the mixture, sprinkle with paprika, and serve on a plate garnished with lettuce.
Woman's Institute Library of Cookery, Vol. 4|Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences

British Dictionary definitions for paprika

paprika

/ (ˈpæprɪkə, pæˈpriː-) /

noun

a mild powdered seasoning made from a sweet variety of red pepper

the fruit or plant from which this seasoning is obtained

Word Origin for paprika

C19: via Hungarian from Serbo-Croat, from papar pepper

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