ASTA 120-140 paprika is a true paprika but it is a lighter grade of warmth and more brighter red of pepper used to make this grade of paprika. It's slightly smoky with sweeter taste and very mild bitter after tones makes this the most sought after paprika for those who don't like heat with their dishes but enjoy the color and flavor that only paprika can offer.
ASTA stands for American Spice Trade Association, a group that was originated in 1907 to include the spice trade in all of it's variations, and this helps grade the many different types of paprikas out there.
They make this grade of Paprika by drying sweeter and younger types of Capsicum annuum peppers (many times bell peppers), then roasting slightly and ground to a powder...
I find that this paprika enjoyable in my blends for some sweeter barbeque sauces, in my eggs for deviled eggs and topping my ribs when just doing a oil glaze on the grill. Enjoy!
ASTA stands for American Spice Trade Association, a group that was originated in 1907 to include the spice trade in all of it's variations, and this helps grade the many different types of paprikas out there.
They make this grade of Paprika by drying sweeter and younger types of Capsicum annuum peppers (many times bell peppers), then roasting slightly and ground to a powder...
I find that this paprika enjoyable in my blends for some sweeter barbeque sauces, in my eggs for deviled eggs and topping my ribs when just doing a oil glaze on the grill. Enjoy!