

Flavor Profiles and Heat Levels
Bell peppers are in the shellfish family or Solanaceae with tomatoes, eggplants, potatoes and peppers. Peppers in this plant family are scientifically classified as Capsicum annuum, and this applies to both sweet (such as bell peppers) and hot (such as jalapeños and cayenne) varieties. There are many varieties of Capsicum or chili peppers, classified under different species names. For example, habanero chile is classified under Capsicum chinense.
Can paprika be used as a substitute for bell pepper?

Dehydrator
Oleoresin, including paprika oleoresin, can have both positive and negative aspects, and its impact on health depends on various factors. Here are some considerations regarding the potential effects of oleoresin:
However, any variety of smoked paprika won't match the heat level of hot paprika. It's why I also add red pepper flakes, chili flakes, or ground chilies to my recipe when using smoked paprika.