This recipe will guide you on how to make the perfect salty and buttery popcorn to enjoy while watching your favorite movies till dawn. It's a classic snack that's easy to make, and the aroma of freshly popped corn will fill your home and set the movie night mood. Grab a blanket, dim the lights, and get ready for the ultimate movie marathon.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Salt to taste
Directions
- In a large pot with a tight-fitting lid, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the popcorn kernels, cover the pot with the lid, and shake gently to coat the kernels with oil.
- Continue to shake the pot occasionally to prevent the kernels from burning.
- Once you hear the popping sound, reduce the heat to low and continue shaking the pot every few seconds until the popping slows down.
- When there are only a few seconds between pops, remove the pot from the heat and let it sit for a minute to ensure all the kernels have popped.
- Carefully remove the lid, drizzle the melted butter over the popcorn, and sprinkle with salt.
- Toss the popcorn gently to evenly distribute the butter and salt.
- Transfer the popcorn to a serving bowl and enjoy while it's still warm.
Interesting Facts
Popcorn has been enjoyed for centuries and is one of the oldest snack foods.
The best popcorn is made from freshly popped kernels rather than microwave popcorn.
Popcorn is a whole grain and a good source of fiber.
Butter and salt are classic toppings for popcorn, but you can also experiment with different seasonings like chili powder, parmesan cheese, or caramel.