This hue is inspired by the deep red-orange of ground paprika, a spice made from dried and powdered varieties of sweet and hot peppers. The rich color comes from carotenoids—especially capsanthin and capsorubin—naturally found in the peppers’ skins. While paprika is a staple in Hungarian and Spanish cuisine, its vivid hue has also made it a visual icon of warmth and spice. A little sprinkle goes a long way, in both flavor and color.