How to make Popcorn at home?

Making popcorn at home is easy and fun. Here's a basic stovetop method:

Ingredients:

1/3 cup of popcorn kernels

2-3 tablespoons of vegetable oil or coconut oil

Salt to taste

Optional: butter for flavor

Instructions:

1.Choose a large, heavy-bottomed pot with a lid. Make sure it has a tight-fitting lid to prevent the popcorn from escaping.

2.Place the pot on the stovetop and add the vegetable oil or coconut oil. Heat it over medium-high heat.

3.Add a few popcorn kernels to the pot and cover it with the lid. These kernels will be your indicators of when the oil is hot enough. When they pop, the oil is ready.

4.Once the test kernels pop, remove them from the pot with a spoon.

5.Add the rest of the popcorn kernels to the pot and cover it with the lid.

6.Shake the pot gently to coat the kernels with the hot oil. Continue to shake occasionally to prevent burning.

7.Listen for the popping sounds. As the kernels pop, gently shake the pot to ensure even cooking. This should take about 2-4 minutes.

8.When the popping sound slows down to 2-3 seconds between pops, remove the pot from the heat. This means most of the kernels have popped.

9.Carefully remove the lid, keeping your face away from the steam. Be cautious; there may be some hot, unpopped kernels.

10.Season the popcorn with salt and, if desired, melted butter for added flavor. You can also try other seasonings like cheese powder, nutritional yeast, or chili powder for a unique taste.

11.Toss the popcorn to distribute the seasoning evenly.

12.Serve your homemade popcorn immediately and enjoy!

Remember to be careful when dealing with hot oil and steam. Homemade popcorn is versatile, so feel free to get creative with your seasonings to suit your taste preference.