La Dalia Authentic Spanish Smoked Paprika, DOP Certified, 2.46 oz Tin

Smoked paprika is one of those ingredients that I always have in the kitchen. It is one of my all-time favorite spices. I have turned on friends and neighbors to this spice and now it’s a regular thing in their cooking as well. I only use paprika from Spain. Paprika (pimenton) is one of the key ingredients in Spanish cooking. The quality of the authentic Spanish paprika I use is consistently high. I will never buy smoked paprika from one of the big spice makers you find in supermarkets.. The taste is not even close. I had never used this brand before so this is my first experience. This just arrived today so I poured a little bit on the palm of my hand and I gave it a taste. What I found is a deep, beautiful, smoky flavor with very low acidity. I predict that I can use smaller amounts of this paprika and get the same results from the other one I still have here at home. I actually tasted them both just to compare them. This is deeper, smokier and more complex. The other one is a little more acidic. I much prefer this new one. But it is one thing to taste it on the palm of my hand and another to add it to an actual dish. I have a feeling I will not be disappointed. Normally smoked paprika is either sweet (Dulce) or hot (picante). This one is sweet. There is no heat to this one. If you have never cooked with smoked paprika treat yourself to a can of this. You use it very sparingly, just a dusting as you are scrambling eggs, for sample. Smoke paprika should whisper loudly but never shout. It will elevate the flavor and complexity of a simple plate of scramble eggs. I use it on stews, chili, roasted chicken, eggs, roasted vegetables, etc. Once you learn what smoked paprika can do for a dish, you will begin to use it more and more often. Bon appetite.

This Pimenton de la Vera is an excellent product. I absolutely love it because it gives food an incredible flavor. I enjoy cooking with natural ingredients, and Pimenton de la Vera is one of the sasonings I use most often in my recipes. What make this particular Pimenton special is its distinctive flavor. It enhances and elevate the taste of food, adding a subtle sweetness that is smooth and balanced. If you have never tried it before, I encourage you to give it a chance.

Great taste and it's different from regular sweet smoked Paprika. For my many Spanish dishes it has made a big difference in flavor! Thank you, "Spain on a Fork" for mentioning this brand.

Perfect with my paella!

I absolutely love the rich, smoky flavor of Spanish sweet paprika, and after experimenting with various brands, I’ve found that this particular one offers excellent quality at a great price. The flavor is distinctive and adds a wonderfully authentic taste to a variety of dishes. Whether you’re making Spanish recipes or just looking to add depth to your cooking, this paprika delivers a delicious, satisfying kick without heat, making it a hit with the whole family. However, living in a tropical climate, I do occasionally encounter some pantry challenges—namely, tiny beetles. When I first purchased this paprika, I stored it in my cabinet, only to discover that it had become infested with pantry beetles. These pests are fairly common in my area, so it’s hard to say whether they came from the product or were already in my pantry. I’ve had a similar experience with another brand I bought locally, which makes me think this may be an issue related to the agricultural process of this particular spice. While this might sound off-putting, it’s a common manageable issue where I live. To avoid further problems, I’ve started keeping my, new tin of, paprika in the freezer, and so far, it’s been smooth sailing. The flavor is still as fresh and wonderful as ever! **Pros:** - Rich, smoky flavor that enhances a variety of dishes. - Good value for high-quality paprika. - Works well in a range of recipes from Spanish to everyday cooking, especially roasted potatoes or French fries, meats and casseroles. - great size and value: one tin goes a long way - sweet means not at all hot or spicy, the deep smoky savory smell and flavor of chipotle, without the hotness makes this a hit even with little kids. (Mine loves this on her French fries). **Cons:** - Potential for pantry beetles, especially in tropical climates (storing in the fridge or freezer can help prevent this). - Not 100% certain if the issue originates from the product or environmental factors.

Exactly the brand we used in Seville for a cooking class. It has a smoky aroma and adds a very nice essence to foods. It's really good on deviled eggs. We made paella and the paprika is the main seasoning along with saffron and some rosemary. (The chef told us the Spanish cooks do not use a lot of herbs and spices.) There is a hot version for other recipes. It's also good in barbecue rubs. Paprika is the dried powder of sweet or hot red bell peppers. It adds a subtle flavor. In the case of Hungarian paprika,that paprika is NOT smoked, so don't dump handfuls of this into your goulash. It will overpower it. Pride Of Szeged Paprika Hungarian Sweet is what you want for goulash and chicken paprikas. The can is a shaker with a plastic top which is not the most secure thing I've ever seen. So sadly, though it's very pretty and classic-looking, I'm dumping out the spice into a mason jar and putting the part I don't use into the freezer. This will also keep down any weevils from hatching, which can happen if your spices are not irradiated. (Bug eggs find their way into to dried spices during production--a bug lands and lays eggs, and then later they can hatch, sometimes. Ugly fact, but one way producers avoid this is to irradiate the spices to kill the eggs.) Just freeze it.

Love Spanish paprika! Just enough smoke to add flavor without overwhelming the dish. Beautiful quality. Love the tin. A little pricey but it is from Spain.

Had grilled asparagus drizzled with honey and LaDalia Sweet Smoked Paprika Powder in Barcelona recently. Delicious! Bought the paprika as soon as I got home! I used it in a rub for country style ribs this week - lovely!

Amazing too smokey and flavour too nice

Excellent product. Adds a lot of flavour to recipes that I’ve tried.

Es un producto de buena calidad, excelente para muchos guisos

Definitely the king of smoked paprika's. I love this stuff. Excellent value, but be warned: 800g is a HUGE amount!

Cute tin, great smoky paprika, lifts up any meal, maybe not porridge