Spicy Cajun Popcorn
Get ready to spice up snack time with this irresistible Spicy Cajun Popcorn! Perfectly crispy popcorn kernels are coated in a bold, zesty blend of Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of cayenne pepper for just the right amount of heat. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for movie nights, game day gatherings, or whenever you’re craving a flavorful treat. The melted butter infused with aromatic spices ensures that every bite is bursting with mouthwatering Cajun flavor. Serve it fresh for the ultimate crunchy snack or store it for later—either way, this fiery, savory popcorn is guaranteed to be a hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add a few popcorn kernels to the pot and cover it with a lid.
Once the test kernels pop, add the rest of the popcorn kernels to the pot in an even layer. Cover the pot again and shake it gently to prevent burning.
Reduce the heat to medium and let the kernels pop, shaking the pot periodically. Once popping slows down to about 2 seconds between pops, remove the pot from heat.
Transfer the popped popcorn to a large mixing bowl, discarding any unpopped kernels.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Drizzle the spiced butter mixture over the warm popcorn. Toss the popcorn thoroughly to coat each piece evenly with the spicy Cajun butter.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Enjoy your Spicy Cajun Popcorn!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
756 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.4 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.3 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2211 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 268 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.
