Sweet paprika is the most common and available type, at least in North American supermarket spice aisles. If a recipe, or a spice bottle, simply says paprika without specifying which kind, it refers to the sweet kind. Sweet paprika has a very mild, sweet flavor and imparts a reddish hue to whatever it's sprinkled on or mixed into.
Paprika powder is made from dried and ground Capsicum annuum peppers, such as bell peppers or chili peppers. It is known for its vibrant red color and can be sweet, hot, or smoked, depending on the variety of peppers used. Paprika is often used to add color and a subtle, sweet or smoky flavor to dishes.
Now, to replace paprika with this blend, add the same amount as what the recipe calls for paprika.


However, they are very different spices, with a very different flavor profile, taste and usage. Let us see how they are different and how they are similar.


Heat Level: Hot

Paprika Powder
Smoked paprika, often called pimenton, or smoked Spanish paprika is made from peppers that are smoked, dried over oak fires and then crushed into a fine, bright red powder. Bringing a deeper, richer, cooler flavour to the table. When it comes to heat, smoked paprika can be mild (pimentón dulce), medium (pimentón agridulce), or hot (pimentón picante).
Did you know? The vibrant red colour of paprika is because it contains high levels of carotene, the same pigment found most notably in, believe it or not, carrots.
Whether you are a professional chef looking to add some heat to your dishes or a home cook experimenting with new flavors, homemade red chili powder is a must-have ingredient in any kitchen. Thanks to the efforts of dedicated homemade red chili powder exporters, this pungent spice is now more accessible than ever to consumers around the world.