Foolproof Stovetop Popcorn
Serves 4 to 6
Time 10 min
This easy popcorn-making method is a fast and delicious way to pop up your favorite snack.
Special Diets:
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels (or 1 prepared popcorn kernel bag)
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
Method
Heat oil in a 4- to 5-quart heavy-bottomed saucepan or pot over medium-high heat for 1 minute.
Add popcorn kernels and salt and shake pan to evenly distribute, then cover and remove from the heat for 30 seconds.
Return the covered pan to medium-high heat and cook until popping starts, 2 to 3 minutes.
Once popcorn begins to pop, shake the pan every 5 to 10 seconds and carefully vent the steam by briefly opening the lid away from you just a crack.
When popping has almost stopped, after about 2 minutes more, transfer popcorn to a large bowl.
Scrape any salt that remains in the pan on top.
Sprinkle any additional seasonings over the top and serve warm. (No need to toss; the seasonings will get distributed as you dig into the bowl.)
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 110 calories (30 from fat), 3.5g total fat, 0g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 240mg sodium, 16g carbohydrates (3g dietary fiber, 0g sugar), 2g protein.
Note: We've provided special diet and nutritional information for educational purposes. But remember - we're cooks, not doctors! You should follow the advice of your health-care provider. And since product formulations change, check product labels for the most recent ingredient information.
See our Terms of Service.
See our Terms of Service.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels (or 1 prepared popcorn kernel bag)
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt