This Spicy Curry Turmeric Popcorn is full of flavour and comes with a hot attitude you can't resist. The best part? It is ready in 10 minutes, vegan and nourishing.
A binge-worthy but healthy snack
Not able to do much in the evenings during this weird time, I am catching up on all my favourite shows and watching old movies. What makes it more fun? Having the right snacks to dig in a while watching. And I love making my own delicious and healthy snacks to satisfy all my binge-worthy cravings.
Spicy Curry Turmeric Popcorn
Spicy, crunchy and full of curry flavour! This easy popcorn recipe is a flavourful twist on classic movie popcorn. Curry, turmeric, cayenne and salt are combined with vegetable oil to create a flavourful seasoning. After making the popcorn, it is mixed with the seasoning and transformed into an aromatic and vegan treat you can’t get enough of.
Easily made on the stovetop and ready in just 10 minutes, you’ll never look at regular microwave popcorn again after trying this balanced snack. Moreover, this healthy popcorn is made with only ingredients you can always store at home. These pantry staples are cheap and long-lasting, making them an ideal snack when all else fails.
This easy recipe also makes a fun gift you can prepare ahead and give to your loved ones. Because food gifts are the best gifts, am I right?
Tips for making this Spicy Curry Turmeric Popcorn
Making your own popcorn on the stovetop is easier than you think. All you need is a big pot, some oil, your favourite seasoning and a few simple tips to create this delicious snack:
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Use a big heavy pot with a fitting lid to get the optimal result.
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When heating the oil, put two popcorn kernels in first. Wait until they pop, and then put in all the other kernels. Then turn down the heat to medium.
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Make sure the popcorn kernels don’t overlap and pop evenly.
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Shake the pot frequently to make the popping process go smoothly.
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Open the lid slightly from time to time to let out steam.
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Spicy Curry Turmeric Popcorn
Ingredients
For the popcorn:
- 100 g popcorn kernels (½ cup)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For the seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon yellow curry powder mild
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne powder (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Put the vegetable oil, curry, turmeric, cayenne and salt into a bowl. Stir with a spoon until the seasoning paste is well combined.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a big pot on high heat and put in two popcorn kernels. Cover with a lid and wait until the kernels start to pop.
- Turn down the heat to medium and put in the other popcorn kernels. Shake the pot with the lid on frequently when the popcorn kernels start to pop. Lift the lid occasionally to let out steam.
- Turn off the heat when the popping starts to slow down to 2 to 3 seconds.
- Remove the pot from heat and toss the popcorn into the bowl with the seasoning paste. Cover the bowl with a lid and shake it until the popcorn is mixed with the seasoning.
- Serve the popcorn right away or keep it in an airtight container and store it for one week.
Notes
- Make sure the popcorn kernels don’t overlap, so they pop evenly.
- Open the lid occasionally to let out steam to keep the popcorn crispy.
- If you don't have a big bowl with a lid, you can mix the popcorn and the seasoning paste with a cooking spoon.
Nutrition
Nutritional values are estimates only calculated with the recipe calorie and nutrition calculator provided by verywellfit.com. The author of this website is not a nutritionist nor a doctor. All nutritional data provided in the recipes and correspondent blog posts are for informational purposes only. Do not use the information as nutritional or medical advice.
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