<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe best way to keep leftover popcorn crunchy and fresh is to store in an airtight container at room temperature for up for 2 days. Do not freeze, it will change the texture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Popcorn is the ideal make ahead snack also for a party or just when meal prepping. I always like to have some ready for eating throughout the week when I'm in a pinch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/span>FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhat is the secret of perfect popcorn popping?<\/strong> For stovetop be sure your fat is hot enough to pop the kernels. For the machine, follow package instructions correctly. <\/p> <\/div>
How do you make perfectly popped popcorn? <\/strong> For the stovetop, heat the pot with the fat and add 2 kernels. Once the kernels pop, add the remaining kernels, cover with the lid, and continue to carefully shake the pot to help the kernels pop. Turn the heat off once the popping noise slows down. <\/p> <\/div>
What is the best oil for popping popcorn? <\/strong> I like vegetable oil, coconut oil, avocado oil, or ghee since they all have higher smoke points to hold up to the high temperature it takes to pop the kernels. <\/p> <\/div>
How do you make stovetop popcorn not soggy? <\/strong> Be sure not to add to much oil or fat when cooking as well as after the popcorn is popped before adding any salt or flavorings. <\/p> <\/div>
What is the 3 second rule for popcorn?<\/strong> When the popcorn is popping on the stovetop, once 3 seconds goes by without hearing a pop, it's ready to be transferred to a bowl.<\/p> <\/div>
How do you cook popcorn on top of the stove?<\/strong> In a 5-6qt pot on medium-high, pour in oil and kernels. Shake the pan so that the kernels are equally distributed and cover with a lid, leaving the slightest crack for steam to escape. The kernels will begin to pop in 4-5 minutes. Once there's no popping for about 2-3 seconds, remove from the heat, pour the popcorn in large bowl, and drizzle with butter. Sprinkle and toss with popcorn salt or seasonings to taste.<\/p> <\/div>
Can you pop popcorn in a brown paper bag?<\/strong> To pop popcorn in brown paper lunch bags, place \u00bc cup of popcorn kernels in one bag, fold the top a few times to seal, and microwave for about 2 minutes or until there's a 2-second pause between pops.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n