Methods
- In the microwave. Yuck.
- In an air-popper. Meh.
- Go to the theater. Expensive.
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On the stove.
Yes!
Requirements
- a pot
- a stove
- some oil
- some popcorn
The Right Pot
- Heavy-bottom
- Lid with a top handle
- Clear lid for extra fun
- A wok can also work, if it has a lid
The Right Stove
- The one you have
- Gas works great
- Electric works great
- Don’t buy a new stove
The Right Oil
- High smoke point
- Most oils are fine
- High smoke point
- Most oils are fine
- Except olive oil
- High smoke point
- Most oils are fine
- Except olive oil
- I usually use canola
Popcorn
- Lots of varieties
- Standard yellow seems to be the fluffiest
- Use whatever you have on hand
Step One
Party of Five
- Place pot on large burner, on high.
- Cover bottom of pot with oil.
- Drop 5 kernels in, cover, and shake.
- Wait for five pops.
Step Two
Stranger Things
- Turn the burner off.
- Cover bottom of pot with popcorn.
- For kettle corn, cover popcorn with 1/4 cup of sugar.
- Replace lid and give it a shake.
- Count to 30. Really. Slowly.
- Ready a large bowl next to the stove.
Step Three
The Big Bang Theory
- Turn the burner on high.
- Shake vigorously until popping starts.
- Keep shaking until popping slows.
- Remove from heat and pour into bowl.
- Season to taste, toss with hands.
