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Old 26-02-2010, 08:19 PM
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Chillie Popcorn

I've done this a few times, and have taken it observing with me during winter. This uses popcorn you buy just as plain corn, not the microwave stuff. Ends up not as greasy or salty, and the heat depends on how much you like.

Follow the instructions on the pack of popcorn, adding a little salt and the chillie powder now. Don't let the oil heat for too long before adding the corn or the chillie will begin to burn. Shake the pot with the oil, corn salt and chillie to coat the kernals and let pop! Leave it alone until the poping stops, remove from heat and give the lot a good shake.

Use a 4 litre pot, with lid, for no more than 1/2 cup of unpoped corn or you will not have enough room in the pot to allow for shaking the popped contents.

I suggest no more than 1/2 teaspoon for 1/2 cup of popcorn to start with. Even a little less if you are a little gun shy.

A spicy 'pick me up' on cool nights!
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