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The Best Stovetop Popcorn

The Best Stovetop Popcorn
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You don’t need to hit up the movie theater to enjoy some delicious popcorn. Here are some funky stovetop popcorn ideas for you to try with this simple step-by-step tutorial.

Recipe
PRE TIME: 35 min
COOKING TIME: 5 min
TOTAL TIME: 40 min
8 SERVING
Ingredients:
  • 1/2 cup Popcorn kernels (For Each Batch)
  • 2 tbsp. Butter or 2 tbsp Oil (For Each Batch)
  • Caramel Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 2 tsp. Soda Powder
  • Vanilla Flavor
  • 2 tbsp. Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 2 tsp. Soda Powder
  • 1 tbsp. Sugar
  • Turmeric Cumin Flavor
  • 1 tsp. Cumin Seeds
  • 1 tsp. Turmeric Powder
  • 1 tsp. Cayenne Pepper
  • 1 tsp. Salt
Directions:
Part Ⅰ
Part Ⅰ
1
Caramel Flavor
Step 1
Step 1
2
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
Step 2
Step 2
3
Add in the popcorn kernels and stir a bit.
Step 3
Step 3
4
Cover with the lid and keep shaking the pot frequently to keep the kernels from burning.
Step 4
Step 4
5
Once the popping slows down, turn off the heat and set aside.
Step 5
Step 5
6
In another large skillet, add cooking oil and sugar over medium heat.
Step 6
Step 6
7
Stir until the sugar caramelizes.
Step 7
Step 7
8
Add heavy cream and soda powder.
Step 8
Step 8
9
Stir a bit and add in the popcorn.
Step 9
Step 9
10
Mix it well and serve.
Part Ⅱ
Part Ⅱ
11
Vanilla Flavor
Step 1
Step 1
12
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 1
Step 1
13
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add in popcorn kernels, stir a bit, and cover with the lid.
Step 2
Step 2
14
Once the popping slows down, turn off the heat and set aside.
Step 3
Step 3
15
In another large skillet, add cooking oil and sugar over medium heat.
Step 4
Step 4
16
Stir until the sugar caramelizes. Add soda powder and vanilla extract.
Step 5
Step 5
17
Stir a bit and add in the popcorn. Mix it well, sprinkle sugar over the popcorn, and serve.
Part Ⅲ
Part Ⅲ
18
Turmeric Cumin Flavor
Step 2
Step 2
19
Add turmeric powder, cumin seeds.
Step 3
Step 3
20
Add popcorn kernels, salt and cayenne pepper. Stir a bit and cover with the lid.
Step 4
Step 4
21
Within a few minutes, you should hear popping. Give it a shake now and then to ensure even heating. Once the popping slows down, remove from the heat, let it cool down for a bit and serve.
Part Ⅳ
Part Ⅳ
22
Plain Flavor
Step 1
Step 1
23
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add in popcorn kernels, stir a bit, and cover with the lid.
Step 2
Step 2
24
Once the popping slows down, turn off the heat and serve.
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