Homemade Microwave Popcorn with Olive Oil, Salt, and Pepper Recipe
This Homemade Microwave Popcorn recipe allows you to make a quick, easy, and healthy snack using simple ingredients and a paper bag in your microwave, avoiding the added chemicals found in store-bought microwave popcorn bags.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 cups of popped popcorn 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- ¼ cup popcorn kernels
- Olive oil spray
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the popcorn kernels: Place ¼ cup of dry popcorn kernels into a small paper bag ensuring the bag contains no staples or any metal parts.
- Fold and microwave: Fold the paper bag over a few times to close it securely. Place the bag upright in the microwave and cook on high for 2-3 minutes. Listen carefully and stop the microwave when the popping slows to about 2 seconds between pops to prevent burning.
- Season the popcorn: Carefully open the bag and pour the popcorn into a bowl. Lightly spritz with olive oil spray, then sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss or stir well to evenly coat the popcorn with the seasoning.
- Serve and store: Enjoy the popcorn immediately. Save the paper bag for making another batch later to reduce waste.
Notes
- Make sure the paper bag is microwave-safe and free of staples or metal to avoid sparks.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
- The popping time may vary depending on your microwave’s wattage.
- Do not leave the microwave unattended while popping to prevent burning.
- Leftover unpopped kernels are normal and can be discarded or saved for the next batch.
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