Easy, Healthy and Spiced Homemade Popcorn

Sometimes I look at products in the supermarket and I ask myself whether I would be able to make it myself and if I could, would it be healthier and how so.

Popcorn is a festive snack that always announces something comforting and fun. Mostly related to movie nights, a trip to the theater or theme parks. It is basically just popped corn kernels with seasoning, so how come is it sold in microwave packages or pre-made stove top vessels for a premium? Well, I don’t know either, because one you learn how to make it at home, you’ll never buy the store bought stuff again.

I really feel that we will see popcorn as a popular snack in 2013. Here is a base recipe from which you can add anything your crazy fat kid mind can conjure.

Heat up 2tbsp of peanut oil. Once hot add 1/2 cup of kernels. Wait for the popping to take off and die down. Season and eat. Watch the video below and see how I put my spin on it.

10 COMMENTS

Lea February 13, 2013 at 10:24 am

Thank you for this recipe! I’ve always loved popcorn, and thank you for introducing your version of popcorn as a healthier alternative! :D

Erwan February 25, 2013 at 2:37 am

yes try it out!

Jemma February 13, 2013 at 12:21 pm

I’ve always wondered if popcorn is healthy. But I think I should try making this recipe and eat it while watching my favorite movie. :)

Erwan February 25, 2013 at 2:37 am

go for it

kim February 13, 2013 at 2:44 pm

I am addicted to popcorn! Let me share how I make myself a bowl:
Take 1/4 c of popcorn kernels about 1 tsp oil (just to coat the kernels) dump them in a microwave safe bowl with lid (preferably glass like Pyrex) pop it in the microwave on high for about 4 mins or until the popping stops. Easiest way to make popcorn, less clean up, cheaper and alot less oily

Erwan February 25, 2013 at 2:38 am

i’m not sure microwaved is cheaper. Stove top has more flavour.

kim February 25, 2013 at 8:37 am

I meant cheaper than regular store bought microwavable popcorn :)

ces February 26, 2013 at 7:02 am

the video i first watched after i subscribed a while back. been eating packaged microwavable ones eversince. tamad lang noon to search how to do one at home. now my baby, once he can eat, will grow up having homemade, healthier popcorns! ;)

Nica March 19, 2013 at 8:54 am

What camera brand and model are you using? Love it!

Danielle May 1, 2013 at 10:00 am

I made some Garlic-Parmesan flavor. It’s good! Try it sometime. ;-)

about THE FAT KID

I gained weight because of a sedentary lifestyle and overly indulging in foods I knew were bad for me, eating out too often, taking the easy route (microwavable dishes) and not caring what went in my body, before I knew it reached 240 lbs. I lost weight through pure dedication, tireless hours of hard work and yes, food. I cooked my way to fitness, making sure to only feed myself tasty well prepared dishes with all the right stuff, the perfect fuel, taking me down to 150lbs. Of course I indulge from time to time, as the fat kid still lurks inside of me; here you will find a little bit of everything for the sole purpose of sharing my passion for food and life.