Popcorn is undoubtedly a beloved snack for many, but did you know that not all popcorn is the same? Movie theater popcorn is packed with calories, while microwave popcorn often contains harmful chemicals in its packaging and artificial flavors in the butter. If you're looking for a healthier alternative, consider making your own popcorn on the stovetop! All you need to do is heat some oil in a pan, add your popcorn kernels, stir them gently to coat evenly, cover with a lid, and shake the pan back and forth as they pop. Once the popping slows down, take it off the heat and season it however you like. We personally enjoy using coconut oil and sprinkling nutritional yeast for a cheesy twist.
Homemade popcorn made from whole kernels offers several health benefits. It's rich in antioxidants, an excellent source of fiber, and provides a good amount of manganese. Additionally, it's a satisfying and nutritious snack that could even help with weight management. For more inspiration, check out these 50 flavorful popcorn recipes!
If you're ready to try something new, here are a few of our favorite popcorn flavor combinations to get you started:
1. **Veggie**: Blend 2 cups of mixed vegetable chips and dehydrated snap peas in a food processor until they’re powdery. Toss this mix with 8 cups of hot popcorn and season with a pinch of salt.
2. **Everything Bagel**: Combine 12 cups of hot popcorn with 4 cups of crushed bagel chips, 6 tablespoons of melted butter, 5 tablespoons of Everything Bagel Seasoning, and 1 ½ teaspoons of kosher salt.
3. **Curry**: Melt 1 stick of butter in a pan, then add 2 cups of golden raisins, pistachios, sugar, and curry powder. Cook for 2 minutes and toss with 16 cups of hot popcorn along with 2 teaspoons of kosher salt.
4. **Cajun**: Melt 4 tablespoons of butter with Cajun seasoning, lemon zest, cayenne pepper, and chopped scallions. Drizzle this mixture over 16 cups of hot popcorn, toss well, and season with additional salt if needed.
5. **Peanut Butter**: Heat honey and sugar together until the sugar dissolves, then stir in peanut butter, vanilla extract, and kosher salt. Pour this mixture over 16 cups of hot popcorn and 2 cups of peanuts. Toss everything together and spread it on baking sheets to cool.
Don't forget that Organic White Popcorn is currently on sale during May in our Bulk Department. Give it a try and experiment with different flavors—you might just discover your new favorite snack!
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