How to Make Stovetop Popcorn
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How to Make Stovetop Popcorn
Description
The recipe starts by heating oil and a few test kernels in a heavy-bottomed pot until the kernels pop, indicating the oil temperature is right. These popped kernels are discarded, and remaining kernels are added to the hot oil and then rested off the heat to warm gently without burning the oil. Once warmed, the pot returns to medium heat with the lid slightly tilted to release steam, which helps produce crisp popcorn.
Shaking the pot occasionally prevents kernels from burning and promotes even cooking. The popping slows to a few seconds between pops, signifying nearing completion. The popcorn is then transferred to a bowl and salted to taste. This approach allows control over cooking and avoids microwave or prepackaged versions, yielding a fresh, warm snack.
This technique depends on monitoring the heat and movement of the kernels to ensure minimal scorching and optimal popping. It can be tailored by adjusting salt or adding other seasonings after popping.
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil or other neutral flavored oil
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil and 2 of the popcorn kernels in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or saucepan with a lid over medium heat until the kernels pop, about 3 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the heat and discard the two pieces of popped popcorn. Pour the remaining popcorn kernels into the pan ans give it a shake to coat the kernels in the hot oil. Cover the pot and let it sit for 60 seconds off the heat while the kernels warm up without burning the oil.
- Place the pot back over medium heat, and cook the popcorn, giving the pot an occasional shimmy to cook the kernels evenly and ensure there are no hot spots. Once the kernels start to pop, tilt the lid slightly to let steam escape.
- Continue to cook the popcorn over medium heat until the popping sounds slow down to one pop every 2-3 seconds. If the popcorn starts to overflow the pot, just tip some of it into a bowl and keep cooking until the popping slows.
- Remove the lid and dump the popcorn into a large serving bowl. Sprinkle with a salt, to taste, or drizzle with 2 tablespoons of additional olive oil or melted butter first and other popcorn seasonings, if desired. Toss the popcorn to distribute salt and other seasonings evenly, then serve popcorn immediately.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 139 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 139kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 56mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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