🔍 The 3 Main Types of Paprika
1. Sweet Paprika (Classic)
- Mild, fruity, and slightly earthy
- Commonly used in dishes like deviled eggs, potato salads, and creamy sauces
2. Smoked Paprika (Spanish Pimentón)
- Deep, smoky flavor with a wood-fired aroma
- Often used in chorizo, paella, soups, and roasted meats
🇪🇸 Spanish smoked paprika is traditionally made by drying peppers over oak fires, a technique perfected in Spain’s La Vera region.