Paprika (smoked)

Botanical name: Solanaceae
Family name: Capsicum annum

Culinary uses: can be used in many dishes such as stews, paella, on potatoes, rubs and eggs dishes, as well as in charcuterie and sausages such as chourizo.

Medicinal: It offers a variety of beneficial compounds, including vitamin A, capsaicin and carotenoid antioxidants. These substances may help prevent inflammation and improve cholesterol, eye health and blood sugar levels, among other benefits..