You’ve probably seen it in recipes, sprinkled on eggs, or dusted over fries—but surprisingly, many people still don’t really know what paprika actually is.
Let’s clear it up step by step.
Step 1: Paprika Is Made From Peppers
Paprika is a spice made from dried and ground red peppers.
These peppers can range from:
Mild and sweet
Slightly smoky
Hot and spicy
So paprika = ground pepper powder.
Simple—but often misunderstood.
Here’s where confusion begins.
There are different types of paprika:
Sweet Paprika
