Best 3 Sesame Ginger Popcorn Snack Recipes

Do you have a craving for a crunchy, flavorful snack? If so, sesame ginger popcorn is the perfect option for you! This oriental-style snack combines the bold flavors of ginger and sesame with the light and airy texture of popcorn for a delightful treat that will keep you coming back for more. Whether you're watching a movie, having a party, or just looking for a quick and easy snack, sesame ginger popcorn is a hit.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SESAME-GINGER POPCORN

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Enjoy this Asian twist to popcorn on movie night. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Snacks

Time 10m

Yield about 3-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
Dash soy sauce
Dash ground ginger
3-1/2 quarts popped popcorn
Rice cracker mix (with wasabi peas), optional
Honey-roasted peanuts, optional

Steps:

Mix first four ingredients; toss with popcorn. If desired, stir in cracker mix and peanuts. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 114mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SESAME-GINGER POPCORN SNACK

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Give popcorn an Asian flair with ginger, sesame and Wasabi.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Snack

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

8 cups unsalted unbuttered popped popcorn
2 cups sesame sticks
1 cup cashew halves or slivered almonds
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated gingerroot
1 cup wasabi dried green peas

Steps:

Heat oven to 250°F. In broiler pan, mix popcorn, sesame sticks and nuts.
In small bowl, mix butter, soy sauce, lime juice, oil and gingerroot. Pour over popcorn mixture; toss to coat.
Bake uncovered 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until dry and crisp. Spread on paper towels to cool. Add green peas. Store tightly covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163, Carbohydrate 17 g, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg

CHINESE POPCORN SNACK MIX

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Jazz up your popcorn by adding some Chinese-inspired seasonings to give it a unique taste.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Popcorn Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

10 cups plain popped popcorn, unsalted
1 ½ cups chow mein noodles
1 cup honey roasted peanuts
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
1 ½ teaspoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
Combine popcorn, chow mein noodles, and peanuts in a large bowl.
Whisk butter, soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, Sriracha, and ginger together in a small bowl. Drizzle the butter mixture over the popcorn, tossing to evenly coat. Distribute evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove baking sheet from oven. Set aside to cool before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 732.2 calories, Carbohydrate 130.2 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 25.8 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 202.3 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

Tips:

Use fresh ginger and garlic. Fresh ginger and garlic will give your popcorn a more intense flavor than powdered or jarred options.
Don't overcrowd the pot. When you're popping the popcorn, don't overcrowd the pot. This will prevent the popcorn from popping evenly and will result in some unpopped kernels.
Be patient. It takes a few minutes for the popcorn to pop. Don't shake the pot or open the lid while it's popping, or you'll end up with unpopped kernels.
Season the popcorn immediately. Once the popcorn is popped, season it immediately with the sesame ginger sauce. This will help the sauce to stick to the popcorn and give it a delicious flavor.
Serve the popcorn warm. Sesame ginger popcorn is best served warm. If you're not going to eat it right away, store it in an airtight container and reheat it in the microwave or oven before serving.

Conclusion:

Sesame ginger popcorn is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that's perfect for any occasion. It's also a great way to use up leftover popcorn. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a snack that's both flavorful and satisfying. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack, give sesame ginger popcorn a try. You won't be disappointed!