Homemade Perfect popcorn

Popcorn is a puffed snack made by putting corn kernels, butter, and sugar together in a popcorn machine. It has a sweet taste. In the past, popcorn was made by skilled popcorn makers who placed a round, rolling black stove over a fire, rotating and roasting it until plumes of black smoke rose as the temperature increased. Then, with a forceful stomp that produced a loud bang, white and golden-hot popcorn flew into a netted tube held in position in advance. Nowadays, popcorn is often enjoyed while watching movies.

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POSTED:25/06/2024
Level:Easy
Yield:1-2 servings
Total:15 min
(includes chilling time)
Active:3 min

Making homemade popcorn is easy with just a pot, and mastering the technique ensures each kernel pops full and deliciously sweet. While making popcorn may seem straightforward, there are a few things to keep in mind:


1.Popcorn:

Thousands of years ago, popcorn was first discovered in the Inca Empire and is one of the oldest snacks in the world. It is a relatively simple dish to make. Take a suitable amount of corn and place it in a popcorn popper, seal the lid tightly, then place the popcorn popper on the stove and continuously rotate it to evenly heat it until it pops. Today, it is a popular snack.


2.What oil is used for popcorn:

①Olive oil: Olive oil is a healthy type of oil rich in monounsaturated fatty acids and vitamin E, which can help lower cholesterol levels and promote heart health. However, due to its relatively low smoke point, it is not suitable for high-temperature cooking. Therefore, when making popcorn, it's important to carefully control the oil temperature.

②Corn oil: Corn oil is a highly nutritious oil rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids, which can help lower cholesterol and prevent cardiovascular diseases. Additionally, corn oil has a high smoke point, making it suitable for high-temperature cooking environments. It also produces excellent results when making popcorn.

③Sunflower seed oil: Sunflower seed oil is extracted from sunflower seeds. It has a mild flavor and is rich in unsaturated fatty acids and vitamin E. Additionally, sunflower seed oil has a high smoke point, making it suitable for high-temperature cooking.


3.Should sugar be added to popcorn before or after popping:

①For beginners or those looking to make popcorn easily, it's recommended to first pop the corn kernels in oil, then add water and sugar afterward. This method has the benefit of keeping the sugar and corn kernels separate during cooking, preventing them from sticking together. Even if you prefer not to have a sweet flavor, you can still pop the corn and enjoy it as is.

②For those who want to make caramel popcorn, you can start by heating oil in a frying pan until melted, then add the corn kernels and stir well over medium heat. Once the kernels start popping, cover the pan with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and occasionally shake the pan to ensure even heating of the kernels. When the popping sound reduces and most kernels have popped, turn off the heat. While the pan still retains some warmth, sprinkle sugar over the popcorn and continue stirring to coat each popcorn evenly with sugar. In this method, the sugar is added after the popcorn has popped.


4.The best pot for making stovetop popcorn:

The best pot for making stovetop popcorn is a non-stick pan. If a non-stick pan is not available, a regular frying pan can also be used, but it's important to stir or shake the pan consistently during cooking to prevent the popcorn from burning or sticking.


These days, children usually only get to eat popcorn when they go to the movies. Today, I'll share how to make popcorn at home so you can enjoy it without needing to go out to buy it.

INGREDIENTS

MAIN INGREDIENTS

  • 50g of popcorn kernels

ACCESSORIES

  • 4g of corn oil
  • 15g of butter
  • 100g of granulated sugar
  • 100g of water

DIRECTIONS

STEP 1

Place 25g of popcorn kernels into a microwave-safe container.

Instructions to microwave popcorn: Use 25g of kernels in a microwave-safe container.

STEP 2

Add 2g of corn oil and mix well.

Tip:

Make sure the popcorn kernels are coated with oil, as this helps them pop evenly. Don't overcrowd the kernels; spreading them out in a single layer works best for optimal popping.

Tip for even popping: Coat popcorn kernels with oil and spread in a single layer.

STEP 3

Do not seal the container lid tightly. Microwave on high for two minutes.

Microwave container for 2 minutes, don't seal the lid tightly.

STEP 4

Pop 50g of popcorn kernels in two batches.

Pop 50g of popcorn kernels in two batches.

STEP 5

Pour 100g of water and 100g of granulated sugar into a frying pan. Once the sugar has melted, add 15g of butter.

Mix water and sugar in pan, melt sugar, then add butter.

STEP 6

Simmer until the syrup thickens and turns caramel in color, then turn off the heat.

Simmer until syrup thickens and caramelizes. Turn off heat.

STEP 7

Pour the popped popcorn into the caramel syrup and stir thoroughly to coat each popcorn evenly with caramel.

Coat popped popcorn with caramel syrup evenly.

STEP 8

Plate the popcorn. Enjoy your delicious caramel-flavored popcorn!

Plate popcorn, savor caramel flavor.

Recipe analyzer

  • Recipes: Homemade Perfect popcorn
  • Main Ingredients:5
  • Servings per recipe:1
  • Servings size:269 g
Nutritional Summary of Recipe
Amount per 269 g= 1 serving(s)
  • Energy (calories):746 kcal
    34%
  • Protein:6.43 g
    12%
  • Fat:20.92 g Why gray?
    43%
  • Carbohydrates:136.47 g
    56%
Calorie breakdown
  • Protein: 3%
    26 kcal
  • Fat: 25%
    185 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 72%
    536 kcal
The chart shows the percentage of calories intake (energy) coming from the respective macronutrients (fats, protein and carbohydrates).
Omega 6 : Omega 3
1:1
20:1
7:1
Both fatty acids are essential, but nowadays the majority of western diets include excessive amounts of Omega 6 acid.

The ratio shows whether the proportion of both fatty acids in your diet is optimal. Red color means too much of Omega 6 or too little of Omega 3. The data are rounded off and approximate.

5 REVIEWS

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LawrenceOctober 03, 2024

How to control the fire when popping?
reply:
October 05, 2024
Start heating the oil over medium heat, add the corn kernels, and then turn down the heat when you hear the first “bang” so that the popcorn doesn't burn.
ZoeSeptember 20, 2024

Can I use other oils instead of corn oil?
reply:
September 22, 2024
Yes, you can, such as olive oil, sunflower oil and so on can be used, but do not use too heavy flavor oil, so as not to affect the taste of popcorn.
DavidJuly 23, 2024

This recipe makes it easy for me to make perfect popcorn at home with a crunchy texture and authentic flavor that is just perfect for movie night.
jennieJune 27, 2024

This popcorn recipe would be great if it had a little more sugar.
PeterJune 27, 2024

I found a popcorn recipe that you can make at home!
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