Despite its relative ubiquity, paprika is still a bit of a confusing spice. Its telltale small flakes and appealingly bright red color are a dead giveaway that it's a form of dried and crushed red ...
Just saying the word "paprika" inspires joy, and the crimson hue seconds that emotion. This spice-cabinet staple is often overlooked in the U.S. but is prized in Hungarian and Spanish cuisines.