Homemade Old Bay popcorn! This easy stovetop popcorn recipe is prepared from corn kernels on the stove, then tossed with melted butter and signature Old Bay seasoning for a delicious kick.
Ingredients
2tablespoons (30 mL)safflower oil
½cupyellow corn kernels
2tablespoons (30 g)unsalted buttermelted
1tablespoon + 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
Instructions
Place the butter in a small microwave-safe bowl, cover, and melt in the microwave. Set aside at room temperature.
Heat the oil in a large saucepot (5 quarts in size) over medium-high heat. Once the oil is heated, add 3 to 4 kernels of corn, cover the pot, and wait until they have popped. Immediately add the remaining popcorn kernels, and cover the pot tightly with a lid again.
Once the popping begins, immediately reduce the heat to medium or medium-low. Holding the lid closed with one hand, and holding the handle of the pot with the other, shake the pan back and forth as the popcorn begins to pop. Continue to do this until the popping slows down significantly and remove the popcorn from the heat.
Dump the popcorn in a large bowl, drizzle with the melted butter and toss together until well distributed. Add the Old Bay seasoning, and continue to toss the popcorn until it is evenly coated with the spice mixture. Serve immediately.
Storage:
Popcorn can be stored in an air-tight container or large Ziploc bag for up to three days.