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Spicy Garlic Popcorn – Super Tasty & Easy Evening Snack

Crunchy, buttery, and loaded with spicy garlic flavor—the perfect quick snack for any occasion.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 3 Servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Popcorn:
  • ½ cup popcorn kernels
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or coconut oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ teaspoon red chili flakes adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: pinch of sugar for balance
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

Method
 

  1. Pop ½ cup popcorn kernels in 2 tbsp oil over medium heat.
  2. Melt 3 tbsp butter, sauté 3 minced garlic cloves, and stir in chili flakes, paprika, cayenne, and salt.
  3. Drizzle spiced butter over popcorn, toss well, and season with black pepper.
  4. Garnish with herbs or a pinch of sugar for balance, then serve warm.