How to make Popcorn on the Stovetop
When making the switch to home cooked foods, it was easy to change over the main meals. However, the snack department needed a lot more help. Quick snacks are a staple in our home not only for movie nights but for general snacking. This stovetop popcorn is an inexpensive and simple snack to make and store.
Whether it’s a road trip, a movie, a camping trip or a party, popcorn is one snack that almost everyone likes or will eat. While most traditional microwave popcorn bags have not-so-good-for-you oils or other ingredients that just don’t need to be there, this simple to make stove top popcorn is made with as little as 3 ingredients. Not only does stove top popcorn taste better but this stove top popcorn also adds in healthy fats and good salt.
My family loves stove top popcorn plain with salt but feel free to play around with different spice combinations and other toppings. Some friends of ours like to add powdered cheese or taco seasoning to add extra flavor. This stovetop popcorn can also be used to make caramel corn or popcorn balls.
Looking for more kitchen inspiration? You might also enjoy this nourishing chicken soup or this delicious homemade granola.
Ingredients and Tools
Popcorn kernels
Oil/cooking fat- Its best to use an oil with a high smoke point like tallow, lard or coconut oil
Salt & Butter for topping (optional but recommended)
Medium-Large stock pot with a lid
A stovetop
Oven mitts
Directions to Make Popcorn on the Stovetop
Add enough cooking oil to the stockpot so that the bottom of the pot is covered. Place the stockpot on the stove and set to medium/high heat.
Once the oil has melted, add popcorn kernels to evenly cover the bottom of the stockpot.
When the kernels begin to sizzle, secure the lid to the stockpot.
When you hear the kernels begin to pop, intermittently slide & shake the stockpot while securely holding the lid in place with oven mitts on your hands. The goal of this is to make sure the popcorn doesn’t burn (and not to burn your hands !)
When you hear the popping slow significantly, remove the stockpot from the heat. Remove the lid when the popping has stopped.
If you are choosing to use melted butter as a topping, begin melting the butter while the popcorn cools.
Add the melted butter, salt and any other toppings over the popcorn in the stockpot and shake vigorously to evenly distribute.
Serve in your desired bowl and enjoy!
FAQ:
How to store popcorn?
Although popcorn is best as fresh as possible, it can be stored. If you’re making this popcorn ahead for a party, camping or vacation, keep it in an airtight container for no more than 1 week.
What can I use to flavor my popcorn?
You can make numerous flavor combinations with your stovetop popcorn. Some sweet flavored ideas for inspiration include drizzling chocolate or caramel. Some savory options include taco seasoning, garlic powder or powdered cheese.
Did you try this? Share your creations in the comments or by tagging @MissysHomestead on Instagram.
