Popcorn Recipe is quick & easy to make and that too at home in stove top. Popcorn is an evergreen snack relished at theatres & super markets and can be made at home as prescribed in this Popcorn Recipe. Popcorn is tasty, addictive snack popped out by roasting corn kernels in a closed container & tossed with butter, spices & flavours.
Popcorn is one of the popular snack that everyone loves. Making it at home can be slightly tricky but once you get the hang of it then it can be made in a jiffy. I have given making of popcorn with step by step pictures and video for easy understanding.
About Popcorn
Popcorn is a tasty crunchy snack kids of all age groups. With just few ingredients in hand you can make tasty popcorn at home easily. It is a perfect treat for movie nights so I make it during weekends once in a fortnight atleast.
Popping a batch of popcorn perfectly is a bit tricky as we need all the corn kernels to pop without settling at the bottom. I have written all the tips and tricks to follow to get Perfect Popcorn without burning.
I always wanted to try this at home as mittu loves them. Few years ago happened to see these corn kernels so picked them and tried. Since then making it often at home.
I usually make popcorn in stovetop in a large pot or a cooker as it is very convenient. This method of making pops every kernel without burning.
I love trying different flavours so kids don’t get bored even if I make Popcorn often. Usually I make a savoury like cheese or salted along with caramel popcorn. This is a perfect snackbox to pack for kids.
What type of pan is best for making Popcorn?
You can use either a tall sauce pot or a wide cooker. You need space for the popcorn kernels to pop out completely so choose a cookware accordingly. If you ask me a deep stainless pot or a wide pressure pan is best. We want pans that heat up cquickly at the same time not too light bottomed to burn the kernels. A triply cooker or cookware is a best fit.
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Popcorn Ingredients
- Popcorn Kernels: Make sure to buy popcorn kernels and not the regular corn kernels from the store as all the varieties of corn kernels do not pop.
- Oil: Use regular cooking oil or olive oil – however ensure they do not impact the flavour of the popcorn as oils like groundnut oil will radiate its flavour into the food it is added to.If you like the flavour of coconut oil then use it.
- Salt : Salt is added as per taste.
Making it from the scratch is a bit tricky, you want all the kernels to popout at the same time don’t want the kernels to burn too. Now after many trials and making Popcorn at home regularly I can confidently say this is a Perfect Popcorn Recipe.
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Popcorn Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- salt to taste
Instructions
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First get all your ingredients ready.Make sure to buy popcorn kernels and not normal corn kernels.Take a thick bottomed pan with lid, I used my pressure cooker.Add 2 tbsp oil to it.
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Swirl the pan so that oil is evenly distributed. Heat oil.
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Once oil is heated add a kernel to check.
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It will pop up in few seconds.This is the right temperature we need.
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Now add 1/2 cup popcorn kernels.
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Give a quick stir.
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Add it,give a quick stir and cover it with a lid.Cook in medium flame.
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It will start popping.
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Now lift the pan from flame and shake it for 2 seconds then place in flame.Repeat this in inervals.
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Let the kernels pop fully. Once the popping sound is stopped, you can switch off flame.
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Open and give a quick mix. Remove from flame.
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Check see all the seeds are completely popped.
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To a tadka pan add 1 tbsp butter, let it melt.
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Add melted butter at the sides.
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Add salt to taste.
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Wipe off the lid iiner surface with a dry cloth.
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Close with the lid and shake well for butter and salt to coat evenly.
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Thats all Butter Popcorn is ready.
Notes
- Make sure you choose a pan which is wide/deep and some space to hold the hte popped corn.
- Make sure to use lid with vent. IF you do not have such a lid then close the lid partially leaving space for the vapour to escape.
- Make sure to first try popping out few corn kernels then add the rest.
- While cooking covered take care not to burn so adjust the flame accordingly.
- Cook covered as the kernels will pop outside the container otherwise.
- You can add any flavouring of your choice.
- If you want you can even add a pinch of pepper powder.
- Make sure to stir the kernels well so that is is evenly coated in oil.
Nutrition
Popcorn Recipe Step by Step
1.First get all your ingredients ready.Make sure to buy popcorn kernels and not normal corn kernels. Take a thick bottomed pan with lid. I used my pressure cooker. Add 2 tbsp olive oil to it.
2.Swirl the pan so that oil is evenly distributed. Heat oil.
3.Once oil is heated add a kernel to check.
4.It will pop up in few seconds.This is the right temperature we need.
5.Now add 1/2 cup corn kernels.
6.Give a quick stir.
7.Cover it with a lid. The lid should have a vent else close with lid partially for the vapour to escape. Keep flame in low medium.
8.It will start popping.
9.Now lift the pan from flame and shake it for 2 seconds then place in flame.Repeat this in intervals for all the seeds to pop evenly.
10.Let the kernels pop completely. Once the popping sound is stopped, you can switch off flame. Immediately open the lid once popping stops else the water droplets may drop into the pan making it soggy,
11.Open and give a quick mix. Remove from flame.
12.Give a quick stir – Check to see if all the seeds are completely popped. You can add salt mix and serve as such too.
13.For butter flavoured popcorn : To a tadka pan add 1 tbsp butter, let it melt.
14.Add melted butter at the sides.
15.Add salt to taste.
16.Wipe off the lid inner surface with a dry cloth.
17.Close with the lid and shake well for butter and salt to coat evenly.
18.Thats all Homemade Popcorn is ready.
Enjoy it watching your favorite movie!
Expert Tips
- Make sure you choose a pan which is wide/deep and some space to hold the hte popped corn.
- Make sure to use lid with vent. IF you do not have such a lid then close the lid partially leaving space for the vapour to escape.
- Make sure to first try popping out few corn kernels then add the rest.
- While cooking covered take care not to burn so adjust the flame accordingly.
- Cook covered as the kernels will pop outside the container otherwise.
- You can add any flavouring of your choice.
- If you want you can even add a pinch of pepper powder.
- Make sure to stir the kernels well so that is is evenly coated in oil.
- Oil should not be smoking hot, it should be sizzling hot for the corn kernels to pop out. So test 2-3 kernels before adding fully.
Variations
Toss the butter popcorn with seasonings like cheese powder, oregano, indian spice powders based on your preferences.
I love the turmeric flavoured popcorn the best.
Serving & Storing Suggestions
Pop the corn fresh every time you need it so as to consume fresh and flavourful. However if you have left overs, you can store it an air tight container for a week together.
Popcorn is ideal to be served in DIY tubs, big containers so that everyone pounce on it centrally.
FAQs
1.What is Popcorn?
Popcorn is a crunchy snack made using popcorn kernels, salt, oil and flavoured with butter. It is a universally loved snack by all ages.
2.What type of oil should I use?
You can use any flavourless oil. Use regular cooking oil or olive oil for popcorn- however ensure they do not impact the flavour of the popcorn as oils like groundnut oil / coconut will radiate its flavour into the food when added.
3.Do I have to shake the pan fully?
No shake the pan just 2-3 times in between. This is done to make sure allt he corn kernels pop out perfectly.
4.How to make Popcorn in Instant pot?
- Add corn kernels in the container of Instant pot
- Set “saute” mode for 10 mins. Heat oil then check by adding a kernel once it pops out then add the kernels. Give a quick mix. Cook covered.
- Add butter to the popcorn and toss it and it is ready.
5.What type of corn kernels to buy?
Ask and buy only popcorn kernels – sweet corn or other varieties of corn does not pop. So ask in the supermarket before you buy.
6.How do I flavour the popcorn evenly?
Close the container containing the prepared popcorn with a lid or a bowl and shake well after adding salt or any flavourings.
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