Best 3 Perfect Stovetop Popcorn Recipes
Are you craving a delightful and delectable snack bursting with the irresistible aroma of perfectly popped corn kernels? Look no further! Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets to crafting the perfect stovetop popcorn, leaving you with a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. With careful attention to detail, we'll guide you through the process of choosing the ideal popcorn kernels, mastering the art of heating the oil, and achieving the perfect balance of seasonings to create an unforgettable treat that will leave you yearning for more. Prepare to elevate your popcorn-making skills and discover the joy of creating homemade popcorn that surpasses the store-bought variety. Get ready to indulge in a symphony of flavors and textures that will make you the envy of all your snacking companions!
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BEST STOVETOP POPCORN
Learn how to make perfectly popped popcorn in under 10 minutes! You'll never go back to microwave popcorn after you make this recipe. Recipe yields about 10 cups (about 4 servings).
Provided by Cookie and Kate
Categories Snack
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, combine the oil and 2 popcorn kernels. Cover the pot and wait for the kernels to pop, which might take a few minutes. In the meantime, place a large serving bowl near the stove so it's ready when you need it.
- Once the kernels pop, turn off the burner, remove the pot from the heat and pour in the remaining popcorn kernels. Cover the pot again, and give the pot a little shimmy to distribute the kernels evenly. Let the pot rest for 60 seconds to make sure the oil doesn't get too hot before the kernels are ready to pop.
- Turn the heat back up to medium, put the pot back onto the burner and continue cooking the popcorn, carefully shimmying the pot occasionally to cook the kernels evenly. Once the kernels start popping, tip the lid just a touch to allow steam to escape (see photo).
- Continue cooking until the popping sound slows to about one pop per every few seconds. (If the popcorn tries to overflow the pot, just tip the upper portion of popcorn into your bowl and return it to the heat.)
- Remove the lid and dump the popcorn into your serving bowl. Sprinkle the popcorn with a couple pinches of salt, to taste, and any other topping you would like. Toss the popcorn and serve immediately, for best flavor and texture. The popcorn will taste good for several hours, though.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 bowl (2.5 cups), Calories 150 calories, Sugar 0 g, Sodium 145.3 mg, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, Cholesterol 0 mg
PERFECT POPCORN
Steps:
- Place the oil, popcorn and salt in a large, 6-quart, metal mixing bowl. Cover with heavy-duty aluminum foil and poke 10 slits in the top with a knife.
- Place the bowl over medium heat and shake constantly using a pair of tongs to hold the bowl. Continue shaking until the popcorn finishes popping, approximately 3 minutes.
- Remove the bowl from the heat and carefully remove the foil. Stir in any salt that is on the side of the bowl.
- Melt the butter in the microwave. Slowly drizzle over the popcorn, while spinning the bowl. Serve immediately.
HOW TO MAKE STOVETOP POPCORN
Steps:
- Place a large (8-quart) pot over high heat and add the oil. The oil should just cover the bottom of the pan. Heat the oil until it's rippling but not smoking, then add the popcorn kernels and shake the pot so the kernels form a single layer on the bottom. Place the lid on the pan and immediately reduce the heat to medium. Once the kernels start popping, shake the pan every so often and listen to the pace of the popping: The kernels should pop rapid-fire and should continue as one long continuous burst. As soon as the popping slows to a few kernels at a time, turn off the heat. (If you find that your kernels are popping just a few at a time for a long time and aren't picking up speed, take a peek and see if the kernels are getting too dark without opening: You might need to start again if they're starting to burn. It'll be worth the redo!)Remove the lid and immediately add salt or other seasonings; tap the pot up and down to distribute the salt. Pour half the popcorn into a large serving bowl, then salt the remaining popcorn in the pan and add to the bowl.
Tips for Making Perfect Stovetop Popcorn:
- Use the right popcorn kernels: Not all popcorn kernels are created equal. Look for popcorn kernels that are specifically labeled for stovetop popping. These kernels have a higher moisture content, which helps them to pop evenly and consistently.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot: A heavy-bottomed pot will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the popcorn from burning.
- Add oil and popcorn kernels to the pot: The amount of oil you need will depend on the size of your pot. A good rule of thumb is to use 2 tablespoons of oil for every 1/2 cup of popcorn kernels.
- Heat the pot over medium-high heat: Stir the popcorn kernels and oil constantly as the pot heats up. This will help to prevent the popcorn from burning.
- Cover the pot and listen for the popping sounds: Once the popcorn starts popping, cover the pot and reduce the heat to medium-low. Continue shaking the pot back and forth over the heat until the popping sounds slow down to about 2-3 seconds between pops.
- Remove the pot from the heat and pour the popcorn into a large bowl: Season the popcorn with salt, butter, or other desired toppings.
Conclusion:
Making perfect stovetop popcorn is easy if you follow these simple tips. With a little practice, you'll be able to make delicious, fluffy popcorn that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're craving a snack, reach for the popcorn kernels and fire up the stovetop!
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