Spicy Popcorn
Turn up the heat on your snack game with this irresistibly flavorful Spicy Popcorn! Perfectly popped kernels are coated in a bold, buttery blend of smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic, and onion powders for a smoky, spicy kick that’ll keep your taste buds tingling. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe uses pantry staples to create a crowd-pleasing treat that’s ideal for movie nights, game days, or anytime you crave a zesty snack. Whether you serve it fresh from the pot or paired with your favorite drinks, this spicy popcorn recipe guarantees a popcorn experience like no other.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.
Place 2-3 popcorn kernels in the pot as testers and cover with a lid. Once the kernels pop, the oil is at the right temperature.
Add the rest of the popcorn kernels to the pot, cover with the lid, and shake the pot gently to distribute the oil evenly.
Allow the popcorn to pop, shaking the pot occasionally to prevent burning. Once popping slows to about 2 seconds between pops, remove the pot from heat and set aside.
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Stir in the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Drizzle the spiced butter mixture over the popped popcorn in the pot. Use a large spoon or your hands to toss the popcorn gently until it is evenly coated.
Transfer the spicy popcorn to a serving bowl and enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
634 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.8 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.1 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2371 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 7.0 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 27 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 263 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.
