Sesame Popcorn
Elevate your snacking game with this irresistible Sesame Popcorn recipe, a bold twist on the classic movie-night favorite. This recipe combines the nutty richness of sesame oil with a savory soy sauce drizzle for a deeply satisfying umami punch. Light, fluffy popcorn is evenly coated in a buttery soy mixture and topped with toasted sesame seeds, a touch of salt, and a hint of black pepper for optional heat. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy snack is perfect for sharing—or savoring solo. Ideal for those craving adventurous flavors, this popcorn is a fantastic gluten-free, savory alternative to traditional sweet or buttery options.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot with a lid over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of sesame oil.
Place 2-3 popcorn kernels into the oil and cover the pot with the lid. Wait until you hear the test kernels pop.
Once the test kernels pop, add the rest of the 1/2 cup of popcorn kernels to the pot and immediately cover it.
Shake the pot gently every few seconds to ensure the popcorn doesn’t burn, and continue until the popping slows to about 2-3 seconds between pops. Remove from heat.
In a small saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Stir in 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and mix until combined.
Drizzle the butter-soy sauce mixture over the popped popcorn while tossing it gently to evenly coat.
Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/8 teaspoon of black pepper (if using) over the popcorn. Toss again to distribute the seasoning.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
704 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.3 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1320 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.1 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 262 mg | 6% | |
*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.
