Paprika

A blend of dried red-skinned chilies; very often the pimiento pepper is used to produce paprika. The flavor of paprika ranges from mild and slightly sweet to strong, pungent, and a little spicy. The color also varies from a deep orange to a bright or dark red. It is found mainly in the cuisines of Central Europe and Spain, both as a spice to add flavor and as a garnish. It is sometimes referred to as Hungarian pepper and paprika from Hungary is considered by many to be the finest available.