Bombay Popcorn
Get ready to elevate your snack game with Bombay Popcorn, a bold and flavorful twist on the classic movie-night treat! This irresistible popcorn recipe brings together the vibrant spices of Indian cuisine to create a snack that's salty, spicy, and utterly addictive. Infused with aromatic garlic, earthy turmeric, and warming garam masala, the popcorn is finished with tangy chaat masala and a hint of cayenne for just the right kick. A drizzle of spiced butter ensures every kernel is coated in deliciousness, while a sprinkle of fresh cilantro adds an optional burst of freshness and color. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, Bombay Popcorn is perfect for entertaining guests, jazzing up family movie nights, or satisfying midday cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Chaat masala
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat and add the cooking oil.
Add a couple of popcorn kernels to the pot and cover it with a lid. Wait for them to pop to test if the oil is hot enough.
Once the test kernels pop, add the rest of the popcorn kernels to the pot. Cover it with the lid, leaving it slightly ajar to let steam escape.
Shake the pot gently every few seconds to keep the kernels from burning. Listen for the popping sounds; once they slow to 1-2 seconds apart, remove the pot from the heat.
Transfer the popped popcorn to a large bowl and set it aside.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the garlic powder, turmeric, ground cumin, garam masala, and cayenne pepper until combined and fragrant. This should take about 30 seconds.
Pour the spiced butter mixture over the popcorn and toss well to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the chaat masala and salt over the coated popcorn and toss again.
If desired, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for an extra burst of flavor and color.
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Bombay Popcorn!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
490 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.0 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2665 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 156 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
