Everything to know about this bright and mild spice.

Heres everything it’s crucial that you know.

Sweet paprika is a ground, dry spice made from sweet, bright dried red peppers.

A jar of sweet paprika

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If youre making Hungarian classics like goulash andchicken paprikash, you might expect to be reaching for sweet paprika.

What Makes Sweet Paprika Different?

Head to the spice aisle in any grocery store and youll be greeted with jars labeled simply as paprika.

A teaspoon of paprika

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Unless there are any other indicators, paprika is the same as sweet paprika.

Basic paprika from the grocery store tends to be so mild in flavor its uninteresting.

Its best used for its color alone, as a garnish for deviled eggs or hummus.

Sweet Paprika Vs.

Hot Paprika

The difference between sweet and hot paprika is a little simpler.

What Does Sweet Paprika Taste Like?

Some well-stocked grocery stores, however, will carry tins of Hungarian sweet paprika.

Pride of Szeged is a common brand, which is also available onAmazon.

Recipes Made With Sweet Paprika

As mentioned, a number of traditional Hungarian dishes celebrate sweet paprika.

However, thats really just the start.