Wasabi Popcorn
Take your movie nights or snack breaks to the next level with this bold and flavorful Wasabi Popcorn recipe! Combining fluffy, freshly popped kernels with a kick of wasabi powder and a savory hint of soy sauce, this unique snack delivers the perfect balance of heat and umami. The buttery, spiced coating clings to each kernel, creating a crave-worthy popcorn that’s easy to make in just 15 minutes. Customize the flavor with a touch of salt or sugar for added balance, and surprise your taste buds with this irresistible Japanese-inspired twist on a classic treat. Perfect for sharing—or keeping all to yourself—Wasabi Popcorn is sure to spice up any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (or any neutral oil)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Wasabi powder
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt (optional, to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoon Sugar (optional, for balance)
Instructions
Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot with a lid over medium heat. Add the vegetable oil and 2 or 3 popcorn kernels to test the heat.
Once the test kernels pop, add the remaining popcorn kernels to the pot in an even layer. Cover with the lid, leaving it slightly ajar to allow steam to escape.
Shake the pot occasionally to prevent the kernels from burning. Cook until the popping slows to about 2 seconds between pops, then remove the pot from the heat.
Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl. Add the wasabi powder and soy sauce, stirring until fully combined. Taste the mixture and adjust with salt or sugar if needed for balance.
Drizzle the wasabi butter mixture evenly over the freshly popped popcorn. Gently toss the popcorn to coat it thoroughly.
Serve immediately and enjoy your spicy, savory Wasabi Popcorn!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
408 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.3 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1317 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 194 mg | 4% | |
*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.
