Garlic Parmesan Popcorn (Print-Friendly Version)
Popcorn tossed in rich butter, sharp garlic, parmesan, and smoky paprika for a tasty twist.
# Ingredients List:
→ Popcorn Ingredients
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120 g plain corn kernels
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60 ml neutral oil like canola, avocado, or grapeseed
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1.25 ml salt
→ Toppings
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1 garlic clove, minced fine
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57 g unsalted butter
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2.5 ml smoked paprika (if you want)
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15 to 30 g shredded Parmesan cheese
# Detailed Cooking Steps:
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Grate 15 to 30 grams of Parmesan and keep it ready.
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Heat 60 ml of neutral oil in a big pot on medium heat. Toss in 120 grams of corn kernels and cover it. Give the pot a shake now and then till popping slows down.
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In another pan on medium heat, melt 57 grams of butter. Add minced garlic and cook it quick for about a minute till it smells good but don’t let it brown.
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Put the popped corn into a big bowl. Pour the garlic butter over it. Sprinkle with 1.25 ml salt and 2.5 ml smoked paprika if you like. Mix it all up well.
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Toss the Parmesan cheese with the popcorn gently. Serve right away to keep it crisp and tasty.
# Helpful Hints:
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Feel free to change how much Parmesan and paprika you add. Fresh garlic packs more punch than garlic powder. Eat it soon after making so it stays crunchy.