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Popcorn Guide

  • Buy non GMO
    When choosing kernels look for non gmo labels on the product.
     

  • Choose organic
    Avoid chemicals in your popcorn and buy organic kernels if possible.
     

  • Pop it on the stove
    A good oil to kernels ratio is: 3 tbsp oil for very 1/2 cup of kernels.
     

  • Use coconut oil
    When making your own popcorn, use coconut oil which is a healthier option and heat tolerant.
     

  • Season with nutritional yeast
    Add more nutrients to the snack by sprinkling nutritional yeast along with salt on it.

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Scroll down to see cooking instructions!

Secrets for making your own healthy popcorn!

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Organic and non-GMO popcorn brands

Here is a list of good and healthy popcorn for you to choose from. All are non- gmo which are essential to avoid unwanted chemicals in your popcorn. 

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Delicious, gourmet medium white popping corn from Amish Country.

Amish Country Popcorn

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Unpopped yellow popcorn kernels. 100% grown and packaged in USA.

Anthony's Popcorn

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The one of a kind taste is insanely delicious. It won't get stuck in your teeth!

Tiny But Mighty Popcorn

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Whole White Popcorn is the familiar standby for nutritious, whole grain snacking.

Bob's Red Mill Popcorn

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These unpopped popcorn kernels pop up light and fluffy. Very tasty.

Orville Redenbacher’s Popcorn

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Unpopped whole grain white popcorn kernels. High in fiber and protein.

Arrowhead Mills Popcorn

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Organic kernels individually selected for their superior expansion qualities.

Great Northern Popcorn

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Other necessities for making your own popcorn

A list of other ingredients you need to pop your own healthy popcorn. 

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Nutritional yeast seasoning is almost considered a most in a vegan kitchen. 

Nutritional Yeast

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Celtic Sea Salt is authentic, unprocessed salt from coastal regions.

Celtic Sea Salt

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Heavy bottom pots are essential for not burning food and even heat distribution.

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How to cook popcorn on the stove with a pot

  1. Put heavy-bottom pot with a lid on the stove and set heat to medium-high. Immediately add 3 tbsp coconut oil and 5 test kernels to the pot.

  2. Once test kernels pop, add 1/2 cup of additional kernels to the pot. Shake gently to coat kernels in oil and cover with a lid. 

  3. Let it sit on the stove until popping sound slow down to 1-2 seconds in between pops. 

  4. Remove from pot and open the lid. Pour in a bowl and season to taste.

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