Popcorn toppings

by Nick Vagnoni, Posted Sep 27th 2005 @ 2:54PM

Looking for something new to put on popcorn? You’re not alone. Ask Metafilter has a thread with dozens of ideas about ways to dress up your kernels.

Some of the more interesting ideas I saw on there were chipotle powder, Old Bay (they say it’s “orgasmic), and garam masala.

Orange zest and black pepper, together, was another one I hadn’t thought of. Although I do recall an old episode of a Jamie Oliver show where he made seasoned popcorn salt with orange zest.

I could see smoked paprika being a good addition as well. The hot/sweet combination seemed popular too, with people suggesting cayenne or cinnamon with sugar.

A few people suggested wet seasonings like balsamic vinegar or hot sauce. Wouldn't that make the popcorn soggy?

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9-27-2005 @5:30PM anonymous said... I have been eating hot sauce on popcorn for years. It does make it a bit soggy, but it tastes great anyway!
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9-27-2005 @6:40PM Corrie G. said... One topping I really enjoy is adding chocolate milk mix over buttered popcorn. It's a delicious mix of salty and sweet.
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9-28-2005 @12:25AM Dmnkly said... Personal favorite devised one night on a whim:

Melt some butter, whisk in some honey, and drizzle over the corn. Then season with curry powder, a bit of unsweetened cocoa powder and a generous hit of salt.

Trust me.
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9-28-2005 @1:45PM Tanvi said... two suggestions: sprinkle on some ground cumin powder OR some Japanese furikake seasoning.
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9-28-2005 @10:50AM The Spoonman said... I love the idea of some cocoa powder! Simple, and tasty. Gonna have to try that. My favorite way to eat popcorn is to simply have a box of Goobers, and mix and eat. :)
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