Popcorn

Sweet-and-salty stovetop popcorn popped in coconut oil.

You'll need

  • 3 tbsp coconut oil
  • 60 g popcorn kernels, about ⅓ cup
  • 3 tsp sugar, heaped
  • salt, to taste

Equipment

  • large lidded pan
  • large bowl

Method

  1. Melt the oil in the pan on a medium-high heat. Add 2–3 kernels.
  2. When the test kernels pop, take the pan off the heat. Add the sugar and the rest of the kernels, cover, and swirl for 30 seconds.
  3. Put it back on the heat, covered.
  4. When the popping slows, take it off and tip into a bowl quickly.
  5. Add a little salt to taste.