Making popcorn on the stove is super easy, and its a special way to enjoy this healthy snack. Follow this method for perfect popcorn that wont ever fail you! This is a great way to make movie night fun by letting the kids create their toppings with a popcorn bar.
In a 10″ cast iron skillet on medium-high heat, add the oil. Pour in the popcorn. (The oil should just cover the bottom of the pan and NOT the kernels.) Cover with a light-weight lid.
Ingredients you will need
Here is a quick snapshot of the ingredients youll need. Scroll down to the recipe card where youll find exact measurements.
You should use an oil that tastes good and offers the nutritional value you are looking for. You also want to make sure that the smoke point is at least 350-degrees. I like to use coconut oil, but you can also use olive or grapeseed oil.
How to make this
- Put your pot or pan on the stove over medium heat.
- Add in the the coconut oil, and two popcorn kernels. Cover with your lid. Do not leave the oil unattended for safety reasons!
Homemade Popcorn in a Cast Iron Pan
FAQ
What is the best pan for making popcorn?
What is the best oil for pan popcorn?
How do you cook popcorn without burning oil?
Start with two popcorn kernels to gauge the temperature. Once those pop, your oil is hot enough. Add the remaining kernels and remove the pot from the heat for 1 minute. This primes the popcorn to pop without burning the oil. Tip the lid ever-so-slightly while the popcorn is popping.
How do you make a good popcorn recipe?
Recipe yields about 10 cups (about 4 servings). In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, combine the oil and 2 popcorn kernels. Cover the pot and wait for the kernels to pop, which might take a few minutes. In the meantime, place a large serving bowl near the stove so it’s ready when you need it.
How do you pop popcorn in a frying pan?
The popcorn should begin popping soon, and all at once. Once the popping starts in earnest, gently shake the pan by moving it back and forth over the burner. As the popcorn pops, try to keep the lid slightly ajar to let the steam from the popcorn release (the popcorn will be drier and crisper and less tough).
How do you cook popcorn without a poop?
Immediately add 1/2 cup (120 g) popcorn kernels and a healthy pinch of salt. Using oven mitts, shake the pan back and forth to coat. Once the first couple of kernels start popping, cover with a lid and shake every 10 seconds to allow the unpopped kernels to settle to the bottom.