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Bell peppers definitely have a less spicy flavor and heat level than the peppers used to make hot paprika. But I have tried bell pepper powder in many of my recipes, and it worked just fine.

Yes, there are two main types of paprika: sweet paprika and hot paprika. Both types are made from dried and ground Capsicum annuum peppers, but they differ in flavor and heat level.