Description
A delicious and easy recipe for spicy popcorn that packs a flavorful punch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add a few popcorn kernels to the pot and cover it with a lid. When the kernels pop, the oil is ready.
- Add the remaining popcorn kernels to the pot and cover it again. Shake the pot occasionally to ensure even popping and prevent burning.
- Once the popping slows down to about 2 seconds between pops, remove the pot from heat. Carefully remove the lid to avoid steam.
- In a small bowl, mix together the salt, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- If using, drizzle the melted butter over the popcorn and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the popcorn and toss again until well combined.
- Serve immediately in a large bowl and enjoy your spicy snack!
Notes
- For a cheesy twist, add 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese to the spice mixture before tossing it with the popcorn.
- Experiment with different spices, such as chili powder or nutritional yeast, to customize the flavor to your liking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg