McCormick Gourmet Hot Hungarian Paprika 1.62 oz
- 1.62 oz jar, pack of one
- Hot Hungarian paprika, sweet pepper with heat
- Sourced from Hungary
- Vegan, kosher, GMO free, plant based
- Pre-packaged ground spice
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A hot paprika with real Hungarian sourcing, made for goulash, paprikash and rubs. It brings heat, so cooks who want a mild sweet paprika for garnish should look at a different jar.
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ASIN: B00HHFWQ8ACategory: Paprika
Overview
McCormick Gourmet sources this hot paprika from Hungary and grinds it for goulash, paprikash, rubs and chili. It pairs sweet pepper flavor with a noticeable heat and a strong red color, so it works both in the pot and as a finishing garnish.
Hungarian sourcing and the hot grade give stews the authentic sweet heat that a generic paprika lacks. The heat is the limitation: in kid friendly dishes or as a heavy garnish it may be more than wanted.
Who it's for
Cooks working through Hungarian recipes, roast chicken or chili get color and a slow heat from one jar. Families who season for small children may find it too hot.
Pros and cons
- Sourced directly from Hungary
- Sweet pepper flavor with clear heat
- Strong red color for garnish
- Vegan, kosher and GMO free
- Too hot for a mild paprika role
- Small jar for frequent stew cooking
Performance notes
Paprika flavor blooms in fat, so frying it briefly in oil or butter before adding liquid draws out color and sweetness. It scorches quickly over high heat, turning bitter. Ground spices lose aroma once opened, so a closed jar away from the stove holds flavor longer.
Specifications
| Brand | McCormick Gourmet |
|---|---|
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1.62 Ounce |
| Other details | |
| Flavor | Hungarian Paprika |
| Diet Type | Plant Based |
| Specialty | GMO Free, Kosher, Vegan, high-fructose-corn-syrup-free, low-carb, vegetarian |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Coin Variety 1 | chili |
| Produce Sold As Format | Pre-packaged |
Frequently asked questions
How should I store McCormick Hot Hungarian Paprika?
Close the jar after use and store it away from the heat of the stove. Ground paprika loses color and aroma when exposed to heat and air.
Is this paprika hot or sweet?
Both. The seller describes sweet pepper flavor with heat, from the hot grade of Hungarian paprika.
Is McCormick Gourmet Hungarian paprika smoked?
No smoking is mentioned in the listing. It is a hot Hungarian paprika, not a smoked one.
What dishes is it meant for?
Paprikash, goulash, roast chicken, potatoes, eggs, spice rubs, chili, stews and as a finishing garnish.