Here’s a simple recipe for lemon popcorn:
Ingredients:
1/2 cup popcorn kernels
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions:
1. Pop the popcorn kernels in a large pot or a popcorn machine.
2. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
3. Add the lemon juice, salt, and lemon zest to the melted butter. Stir until well combined.
4. Pour the lemon butter mixture over the popped popcorn and stir until the popcorn is evenly coated.
5. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese (if using) and serve immediately.
Tips:
Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.
Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your taste.
Add some heat with a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Mix in some chopped fresh herbs like parsley or dill.
Make it a gift by packaging in airtight containers or bags.
Enjoy your delicious lemon popcorn!
Variations:
Lemon Rosemary Popcorn: Add some chopped rosemary leaves to the lemon butter mixture.
Lemon Garlic Popcorn: Add some minced garlic to the lemon butter mixture.
Lemon Chili Popcorn: Add some chili powder or cayenne pepper to the lemon butter mixture.
Experiment with different combinations to find your favorite!