I’ll confess that I’m not the biggest fan of popcorn. Â I typically don’t snack at the movie theater and my other popcorn experiences are mostly limited to microwave bags which are never terribly exciting or delicious. However, I was at the grocery store recently and saw some of those cute old-fashioned looking cardboard popcorn boxes and felt inspired to experiment. Â I love a good food prop (unfortunately you can barely see it in my final photo).
At first I was going to try making Biscoff popcorn, adapted from this recipe on The Kitchn. Â I might still try that in the future but OMG you guys, I cannot keep that stuff around. Â One day and several giant spoonfuls later, I had to get the Biscoff out of my house. Â It’s like crack. Â I tried taping the jar shut with masking tape and writing “NO” on top with a Sharpie but instant gratification Jen kept overruling logical Jen. I was too busy to make and photograph the popcorn and my waistline was about to start crying. Bye bye Biscoff! Â A few days later I went for my next best idea: sweet and spicy curried popcorn. Â I love curried anything and this popcorn is no joke. Â Both sweet and salty, it’s addicting without being a bazillion calories. Â Win win!
Sweet and Spicy Curried Popcorn
Ingredients
- 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil, or any neutral, high heat oil
- 1 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter (see notes)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine curry, cayenne, turmeric, and salt. Set aside.
- In a saucepan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the kernels and cover.
- When you hear popping, gently shake the pan to prevent burning. Once the popping sound starts to slow down, remove from heat and empty into a large bowl. If many kernels remain un-popped you can repeat the process.
- Melt the honey and butter in a small saucepan or the microwave.
- Pour over the popcorn, cover, and shake vigorously to spread the mixture evenly.
- Sprinkle half of the spice mixture over the popcorn, cover and shake. Repeat the process with the other half of the spices.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Please read my full post for additional recipe notes, tips, and serving suggestions!
Nutrition
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Choc Chip Uru says
Your popcorn looks mind blowing my friend :D
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Mad Dog says
that sounds great, though i’d be inclined to leave the honey out. have you tried popcorn with brewers yeast sprinkled on top – it’s delicious ;-)
Russell at Chasing Delicious says
I am loving this recipe! And that shot looks wonderful – so enticing!
sippitysup says
I confess I fell out of the “popcorn habit” when I had braces (in the 1980s!). But I think this may help me get reintroduced. GREG
RebeccaSubbiah RD ( says
wow awesome popcorn my Indian hubby would love it
Riley says
I don’t think I could ever go to the movie theater without buying some popcorn. It just smells too good! But this looks even better!
Jen L | Tartine and Apron Strings says
I hear abour Biscoff everywhere but we don’t get that in Toronto. Yet. I believe that will all change, especially when food bloggers are raving about it relentlessly! Anyhow, this popcorn looks delish! I haven’t popped corn the way this recipe calls for, but I am always willing try something new.
Debra says
I love popcorn! I had a nice bowl of it tonight! I will definitely try this recipe. I don’t know Biscoff, but I love to research new food items. Will do! :-)
Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says
This looks fantastic! And I keep hearing about Biscoff but I’ve never tried it. I must find some! :)
Rachel Cooks says
I. Love. Popcorn!
Looks awesome!
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel says
Biscoff truly is like crack. I’m positive this popcorn would be a close second.
Bill says
What a delicious looking treat!
Anna @ hiddenponies says
Lol, I love the picture of you fighting with the taped-shut Biscoff, too funny :) This popcorn looks great!
Cassie says
I love, love popcorn! Especially with fun flavors, and this is so perfect. Can’t wait to try it!
Jenn and Seth says
what a great recipe for popcorn! i can’t wait to try this!