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AI pick (line): Pride of Szeged Sweet Hungarian Paprika An authentic Hungarian sweet paprika with deep color and real pepper flavor, at a price that works for everyday use.
Not for: Anyone who wants smoky flavor, since this paprika is not smoked.
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AI picks by need For smoked paprika La Dalia Pimentón de la Vera (line)
A protected-origin Spanish paprika that is dried over oak smoke, giving it a true smoky depth.
Not for: Hungarian dishes such as goulash or paprikash, which call for unsmoked paprika.
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For hot paprika Pride of Szeged Hot Hungarian Paprika (line)
It gives you the same Hungarian flavor as the sweet version, with noticeable heat.
Not for: Anyone who is sensitive to heat or is cooking for children.
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What the AI looks for in Paprika
Style Sweet, hot, or smoked (pimentón dulce, agridulce or picante) These are three different ingredients, and a recipe usually means one specific style.
Color Vivid brick-red, not brown Paprika turns brown as it oxidizes, and it loses flavor at the same time.
Origin Hungarian (Szeged or Kalocsa) or Spanish La Vera protected designation Paprika from a named origin has a defined flavor, while generic paprika is often bland and used mostly for color. Brands that matter Pride of Szeged : The classic Hungarian paprika in a tin, in sweet and hot versions.La Dalia : Spanish smoked paprika with protected-origin status.La Chinata : Another well-known Spanish smoked paprika in a tin.Simply Organic : A good organic generic paprika.What to avoid Brown, dull-looking paprika Generic 'paprika' that you plan to use for flavor rather than color Questions Is smoked paprika the same as regular paprika? No. Smoked paprika is dried over wood smoke and tastes very different, so use it only when a recipe asks for smoky flavor.
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