About Kalocsai
Kalocsai is Hungarian variety for making paprika. Rating 2,000-5,000 SHU offers mild heat. From Kalocsa region famous for paprika production. Essential for authentic Hungarian paprika. The flavor when dried and ground is sweet and mild. Very productive plants. Important commercial variety in Hungary. The color is deep red. Used for making sweet paprika powder. Shows importance of peppers in Hungarian cuisine.
Flavor profile
Mild heat
In the kitchen
Hungarian paprika production
Growing information
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Days to harvest
- 80-90 days
- Plant height
- 24-30 inches
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