Paprika is a powdered spice, dark red in color, and with a characteristic smell and flavor. It is obtained from a fruit known as chili, sweet chili, colored chili or paprika, depending on the country or region and It is made by grinding dried red peppers. Paprika is a fundamental ingredient in various cuisines throughout the world. It is used to flavor or color foods. It is widely used in the production of sausages, such as chorizo.