Where does the spice paprika come from?

Answer 1

Paprika originally comes from Hungary (But was brought to Hungary in the 17th century by the Turks)

But the Turks got it from the Spanish who got it from the South and Central American Indians in the 15th century.

They are a New World plant and food as are the rest of most of the chili or other peppers in the world.

In fact, the Mayans were smoking (as in drying, not inhaling), jalapeños, called chipotle, a Nahuatal Indian word, when Columbus hit the coast line.

Answer 2

Paprika was made by the Turks in what is now Hungary. However, paprika is usually associated with Hungarians.

Answer 3

Paprika mainly comes from Hungary.

Answer 4

The Chilli plant

Answer 5

Paprika tree

Answer 6

Hungary