From 9d4a31a040eedd61e4fb608cb0c114ff9a7c4dd2 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Clearleaf Date: Wed, 9 Sep 2026 03:51:41 -0300 Subject: [PATCH] Create popcorn.md (#1003) --- content/popcorn.md | 29 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 29 insertions(+) create mode 100644 content/popcorn.md diff --git a/content/popcorn.md b/content/popcorn.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..013dc40 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/popcorn.md @@ -0,0 +1,29 @@ +--- +title: "Popcorn" +date: 2026-09-05 +tags: ['corn','snack'] +author: "clearleaf" +--- + +## Ingredients + +- 1/3 cup popcorn kernels +- 3 tbsp coconut oil +- Flavacol or other finely ground salt +- High-sided pot which retains heat decently well +- Metal strainer wide enough to act as a lid. + +## Directions + +1. Place oil and 3 test kernels into the pot over med-high heat. The un-displaced oil won't cover the bottom, so ensure the test kernels are actually touching it. +2. Wait for all 3 of the kernels to pop. The pot and oil are at the right temperature when this happens. +3. Remove pot from heat and add the rest of the kernels. Ensure they all get nice and oily by swirling the pot or mixing them with a wooden spoon. +4. Allow 30 seconds for heat to evenly spread through the kernels. It helps them all pop at the same time. +5. Return to heat with the strainer as a cover. This allows you to release as much steam as possible. +6. When the corn is all popped, pour it into a bowl and toss with flavacol and/or whatever else you like to put on it. + +You can use a regular pot lid but it's less effective for releasing steam, which is your main enemy. + +Turmeric will give the popcorn a lovely yellow color and traditional taste. + +If this is too much effort, the "air popper" style of popcorn machine is very good. They were most popular in the 80s and can be found at yard sales.