regular paprika. It finds its way into various cuisines, from the smoked paprikash of Hungary to the rich paella of Spain. In each culture, it dons a different hat, playing to the strengths of the local ingredients and traditions. In seafood dishes, it complements the briny freshness of the sea, while in meat-centric recipes, it adds a layer of complexity that elevates the savoriness of the protein.La Vera Smoked Hot Paprika, also known as picante, is a Spanish paprika that has been smoked the traditional way – in a drying house, over oak wood, for a period of 10-15 days. The end result is a spice that exhibits a deep, dark earthy red color and mild, but noticeable, heat. This spice measures approximately 500 - 1,000 on the Scoville Heat Unit Scale.