Buttery Cajun Popcorn
Get ready for a bold, flavor-packed snack with this Buttery Cajun Popcorn recipe! Perfectly popped kernels are coated in a rich, spiced butter blend featuring Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and a smoky hint of paprika, creating a tantalizing balance of savory heat and buttery goodness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy treat is ideal for movie nights, game days, or anytime you're craving a unique twist on classic popcorn. With its irresistible crunch and zesty flavors, this crowd-pleasing snack will have everyone reaching for more. Whip up a batch today and make snack time unforgettable with this spicy, buttery delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Popcorn kernels
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Instructions
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.
Place 2 or 3 popcorn kernels into the pot as testers; cover with a lid.
Once the tester kernels pop, remove them from the pot and add the rest of the popcorn kernels in an even layer.
Cover the pot with a lid, leaving a small crack to allow steam to escape, and shake the pot gently to keep the kernels moving.
Continue cooking until the popping slows to about 2-3 seconds between pops, then remove the pot from heat and transfer the popcorn to a large bowl.
While the popcorn is popping, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
Stir in the Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt until well combined.
Drizzle the spiced melted butter over the popcorn, tossing gently to evenly coat the popcorn.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional Cajun seasoning or salt if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Buttery Cajun Popcorn!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
844 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.5 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.1 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 3177 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 215 mg | 5% | |
*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.
