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Street Corn Popcorn

Step right up to a flavor fiesta with this Mexican-Inspired Street Corn Popcorn! Imagine the crunch of popcorn coated with a tangy mayo sauce along with a zesty blend of lime, chili powder, and cotija cheese. This irresistible snack is perfect for movie nights or gatherings, offering a unique twist on a beloved street food classic.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizers, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Gluten Free
Method: Stovetop
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Popcorn

  • 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup grated cotija cheese or feta cheese
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp dried cilantro
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tsp salt more or less to taste

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons Mayo
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Pop the popcorn: Heat the avocado oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the popcorn kernels and cover the pot with a lid. Once the kernels start popping, gently shake the pot occasionally to ensure even popping. When the popping slows down, remove the pot from the heat and let it sit for a minute to allow any remaining kernels to pop. Transfer the popped popcorn to a large bowl.
  • Prepare the toppings: In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, lime juice, pinch of salt, and lime zest. Mix until well combined. In a separate bowl, mix the garlic powder, cilantro, cumin, salt and chili powder
  • Combine the popcorn and toppings: Add the popcorn to a large bowl and pour the mayo and spice mixture over the popped popcorn. Add a lid and shake until evenly coated. Sprinkle with grated cotija cheese or feta cheese
  • Season to taste: Taste the popcorn and add salt if needed. Remember that cotija cheese is salty, so you may not need much additional salt.

Nutrition

Calories: 178kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 711mg | Potassium: 118mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 345IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 1mg