Lasa Sweet Paprika Shaker

TASTING NOTES FROM THE CURATOR

The Lasa Sweet Paprika Shaker is made up of only paprika, with no additives, no artificial colors, and no artificial flavors. It has a gorgeous rich color, and a sweet flavor, with earthy, smokey notes.

PREPARATION AND PAIRINGS

Paprika is a very versatile spice, and can be used in so many things. It’s great to make your spice blends with, or as an ingredient in your rubs and marinades. Mix them into your sauces and stews, as well. It’s also a significant ingredient in chicken paprikash (a Hungarian dish), and paella. You can also use Lasa Sweet Paprika Shaker as a finishing seasoning, sprinkled onto hummus or fries.

SPICE, AND EVERYTHING NICE

It was in April of 2021 when Raina Puyat started Lasa all by herself. But that wasn’t her first venture. Having gone to culinary school and worked in hotels, she opened her own catering business, preparing small orders and party platters. And while it was very good at the beginning, the competition brought about by the pandemic made it harder to keep up. So, she adapted.

To Raina, spices were such an integral part of cooking that she would sneak spices into pill cases in culinary school to keep at home whenever she needed them. This interest evolved into making her own seasonings, experimenting with combinations to create unique flavors. She made sure to always keep the salt content low, and keep them additive-free. She eventually started bottling these spices up, and giving them to family and friends, who kept asking for more.

And so, Lasa was born. Lasa is Raina’s brain child; it’s something she holds so dear to her heart. She began with literally just herself and her spices, handling everything from production to marketing to sourcing, and everything in between. The name comes from the Tagalog word for “taste,” and this captures what Lasa, as a company, aims for. Raina hopes Lasa will help people be more creative in the kitchen, cooking delicious meals with her spices and seasonings, packed with nutrients and low in calories.

Storage Instructions

Keep your spices tightly covered and store them in a cool, dry place. Whole spices stay fresh for up to 2 years while ground spices have a 6-month shelf life. Pro tip: red spices such as paprika and red pepper can be stored in the refrigerator to hold their color and keep their flavor longer. Keep away from sunlight and heat.