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Paprika is made from dried and ground red peppers, usually sweet peppers or chili peppers depending on the variety.
Paprika is used to add color and mild pepper flavor to soups, stews, roasted vegetables, meat rubs, and sauces.
Regular paprika cannot easily be turned into smoked paprika, but you can add a small amount of liquid smoke or smoked spices to create a similar flavor.
Homemade smoked paprika is made by drying and smoking red peppers before grinding them into powder.
Looking for more bold seasoning ideas? Explore our paprika recipes, garlic powder recipes, and black pepper recipes for more spices that enhance savory cooking.