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Party Popcorn
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Kris
August 12, 2015
does it matter what popcorn kernels you use? I have been trying to make stove top popcorn at home with the whole foods kernels. I just tried this method and like previous times I've tried, very few kernels fully pop. Most of it pops but halfway. I use a large pot. Does it matter what kind?
twinjadojo
January 11, 2014
I love this technique! I get a really high ratio of popped kernels without any burnt buds. Got ahold of some organic popcorn, and we happily munch this as a quick after-school or late-night snack. We favor ours with a drizzle of olive oil, and generous sprinkles of salt and nutritional yeast.
Emilia R.
July 29, 2013
Your flavor combinations sound wonderful. I think popcorn had been underestimated for a long time and your recipe gives it a lift, good enough for a party! I'm going to try it on my next party. Thanks for sharing your creative ideas.
jude1
April 13, 2013
i don't like to mess with a classic. i've been making plain old buttered popcorn in a pan for 50 years. cook in oil, add melted butter and salt. half way through i take the lid off for a minutes to let it fly for the grandkids. they try to catch the popped corn leaping out of the pan. the dog eats what lands on the floor.
Sam1148
April 13, 2013
While I like posted recipe. I make popcorn salt with paprika, 'true lime powder' garlic powder, ginger powder. Grind the salt in a coffee grinder to dust. Add oil/ melted butted to the finished popcorn. and the mix of the above in a paper bag shake.
If you don't have true lime powder--use lime zest dried and ground to dust with the kosher salt.
If you don't have true lime powder--use lime zest dried and ground to dust with the kosher salt.
JackieSSS
April 12, 2013
I like to use a little garlic salt, nutritional yeast and a light spritz liquid amino acids! Yum!
hillaryhudson
January 24, 2013
I have been a life long lover of popcorn! As a kid it was always the big deal on Friday nights for the family to eat big bowls of it and watch the classic TV line-up of Dukes of Hazard, The Love Boat, and Fantasy Island. I just discovered a fabulous flavor combo this weekend, 5 spice powder and smoked sea salt. And though many are appalled by this choice, a dash of Aji No Moto (MSG) gives it that extra yum.
Emilia R.
July 29, 2013
I remember my family using Aji-no-moto a lot--and loving it. Somehow we all survived! ;-)
Woodinville C.
November 16, 2012
I make a spicy curry flavor popcorn. After the popcorn has popped I add a combination of coconut oil, butter, spicy curry powder and kosher salt. It is addicting so watch out! I'm anxious to try some of your spice combinations.
muse2323
January 17, 2013
My friend makes a sweet & spicy popcorn that I'm totally hooked on. I've made it with both coconut oil & butter, it's good either way, and I mix honey or sugar in with the melted oil/butter, then pour it over the popcorn & give it a few good shakes to distribute, then add curry powder to taste. Mmmmmm.
Emilia R.
July 29, 2013
Oh, my, please, share the recipe with the rest of us mortals! I am not a cook and can only cook with specific amounts and recipes...
Randi
May 3, 2012
Reading this recipe inspired me to season my popcorn with freshly ground sichuan pepper. Yum!
me B.
February 3, 2012
I have been making popcorn like this, using nothing more than a large soup pot with a glass lid, and can attest to how simple it is. Cheap and easy to control the ingredients for better nutrition, our household eats it almost every day for lunch or a snack :). And I didn't know it was gluten free! What a plus!
I really like how you add butter to the oil rather than dosing it with grease after the corn is popped. I'm going to do this next time myself instead of cooking it only in oil and pouring additional oil after it's done. However I use canola oil because I noticed on the expensive Orville Redenbacher popping corn oil that the ingredients were canola oil and coloring. And canola oil is very low in saturated fats.
I've used the oregano and garlic powder, which is wonderful! I purchased some dried marjoram on a whim without knowing what I'd do with it, and now I have a plan; thank you :). And I cannot wait to try the dried dill and lemon pepper; that sounds absolutely refreshing.
Another combo I've tried is 1 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp cumin, and 1/2 tsp powdered garlic, using Indian flavors for inspiration.
Wonderful recipe! Thanks for adding this.
I really like how you add butter to the oil rather than dosing it with grease after the corn is popped. I'm going to do this next time myself instead of cooking it only in oil and pouring additional oil after it's done. However I use canola oil because I noticed on the expensive Orville Redenbacher popping corn oil that the ingredients were canola oil and coloring. And canola oil is very low in saturated fats.
I've used the oregano and garlic powder, which is wonderful! I purchased some dried marjoram on a whim without knowing what I'd do with it, and now I have a plan; thank you :). And I cannot wait to try the dried dill and lemon pepper; that sounds absolutely refreshing.
Another combo I've tried is 1 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp cumin, and 1/2 tsp powdered garlic, using Indian flavors for inspiration.
Wonderful recipe! Thanks for adding this.
Merrill S.
February 3, 2012
So glad you like the recipe, and will have to try your Indian-inspired version!
innoabrd
November 27, 2011
One of my favorites is "salsa en polvo", often called by a popular brand name, Tajin. Available at Mexican supermarkets, it's a mix of chili, salt and dehydrated lime. Also fabulous on corn on the cob!
jfinnert
February 28, 2011
Made half the recipe, but made it lighter by draining the kernels after coating with hot butter and oil, then putting it in a microwave popper for about 2.5 minutes until the time between pops is about 2 seconds. After salting and seasoning, I added a light spritz of Olivio spray to enhance the buttery flavor. The result was buttery yet light, and the taste and appearance was a definite improvement over plain butter & salt.
ichibanbrianne
February 27, 2011
Just made the hippie kettle corn version with sugar and Bragg's Liquid Aminos for Oscar night.
Deb E.
February 25, 2011
lime juice, lime zest, cumin & cayenne....is a yummy version as well. i'll have to try this mix.
Sam1148
November 9, 2011
I do that combo too..it's great! I spice it up with some garlic powder, white pepper and paprika as well.
I used to dry the zest and grind it with the salt, but now I use a product called 'true lime' which is crystallized lime powder. (it's sold in little 'sugar packet' sachets)
I used to dry the zest and grind it with the salt, but now I use a product called 'true lime' which is crystallized lime powder. (it's sold in little 'sugar packet' sachets)
Miachel P.
April 12, 2013
I'm a fan of lime juice too! I add in a fresh minced garlic, ground cumin, and sea salt.
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