Popcorn is the one most of us look out for when we go for movies. Weather it is Sathyam cinemas popcorn or the simple salt and turmeric popcorn, sweet popcorn, we all love to munch on. We can make popcorn at home easily if you get these popcorn kernels. Here in Singapore, I have seen these dry corn kernels in fairprice though was not interested in buying one. Got this long time back reading it as popcorn kernels in the pack and gave a try too. Was amazed how simple it is to prepare at home.
So if you too get dry corn kernels, do give it a try. Using virgin coconut oil is an excellent idea that I adapted from here. It smells awesome and not greasy at all. Adding butter is optional, you can just toss in some salt and have it for healthy version.
Butter popcorn recipe
Recipe Cuisine: International | Recipe Category:SnackPrep Time: 5 mins | Cook time: 5 mins | Makes: 3 cups | Author: Raks anand
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Butter popcorn is really easy to prepare at home if you have quality popcorn kernels. Learn how to make popcorn at home with full video and step by step pictures.
Ingredients
Popcorn kernels - 1/4 cupCoconut oil, (virgin, cold pressed) - 2 tbsp
Butter - 1 tbsp
Salt - as needed
How to make butter popcorn:
- Heat coconut oil in a large heavy, flat bottomed pan. Add the corn kernels once oil is hot.
- Close the lid immediately and give a slight shake. It will start to pop.
- Slightly open the lid for steam to escape.
- Once the popping interval reduces, switch off the flame.
- Transfer to another bowl and add butter to the pan so that it melts in the heat.
- Pour over popcorn and add salt. Toss well immediately with lid.
- Mix and serve fresh.
Notes
- Do not let the popcorn without any lid. Be cautious all the time.
- Use a big, heavy bottomed flat pan for best results.
- Oil should be hot when you put the corn kernels, so check adding 2-3 (with lid) before adding all.
- You can use any cooking oil, but coconut oil works best.
- If you add popcorn before oil heats, by the time it starts to pop, some might get burnt too.
- Add salt in sprinkled way. Always serve fresh.
Step by step pictures:
- Heat coconut oil in a large heavy, flat bottomed pan. Add the corn kernels once oil is hot.
- Close the lid immediately and give a slight shake. It will start to pop.
- Slightly open the lid for steam to escape.Once the popping interval reduces, switch off the flame.
- Transfer to another bowl and add butter to the pan so that it melts in the heat.Pour over popcorn and add salt.
- Toss well immediately with lid. Mix and serve fresh.
