Blog posts tagged with 'coconut oil'

                It’s very easy to make your own microwave popcorn at home. No I’m not talking about the stuff you can buy in the store. Trust me, when you do it yourself it comes out much better and tastier. First you need to choose your kernel. We love Weaver Popcorn because its quality makes it the most dependable, delicious kernels time after time. Most people use a traditional Yellow Butterfly Kernel. Weaver Gold is a superior kernel. This is what you see at the movie heaters or in a bar. It’s not only fluffy, but the largest popping kernel you can find. Most recently people are starting to gravitate towards the White Hulless Popcorn Kernel. Pop Weaver White Hybrid Corn is perfect for the gourmet palate. These kernels pop a little smaller, they’re “melt in your mouth” tender, and they have fewer hulls (which is what gets stuck in your teeth and throat).

                Next you will need a brown paper lunch bag. Add a fourth of a cup of kernels to the bag. You don’t have to add oil since it only soaks into the bag (but you can certainly add 1-2 tablespoons of Coconut Oil with a dash of Popcorn Salt if you’re adventurous). Fold top of the bag over once and pierce it with a tooth pick to keep it closed. Stand the bag upright in your microwave and cook for roughly two minutes. Do not put bag on its side, this will cause the popcorn to burn. While the popcorn is popping listen closely. Majority of your kernels should be popped when you can count 3 seconds in between the individual pops. This will also help you to avoid burning your popcorn. Once you’re at that stage, you can remove the popcorn from the microwave.

                Now it’s time to add your seasoning. Since your popcorn is dry (if you popped without oil) you’re going to need a wet agent to help your seasoning stick. I recommend using Kernel Seasons Butter Spritzer. Spray it on, and then shake on your favorite herbs or seasoning. A liquid butter topping like Gold Medal’s Pop-A-Lot or the Deluxe Mor-Gold Plus Buttery Popcorn Topping can be drizzled on. If you’re a traditionalist you may want to stick to only seasoning your popcorn with Popcorn Salt or Flavacol, the secret ingredient. Popcorn salt is very fine compared to table salt so it sticks to the popcorn better. Flavacol is a product used in movie theater popcorn. It’s a very concentrated butter flavored salt (just use sparingly). If you want to be more adventurous try using one of the many flavors of Kernel Seasons Popcorn Seasonings or Gold Medal’s Savory Popcorn Seasonings. The same product used in popcorn stores. Either sweet or savory, there’s a flavor for every taste.

Now sit back and enjoy your masterpiece!

Tips:

                Butter burns very easily so don’t use it to pop your kernels in. Add melted butter as a topping after to the popped corn.

                If you decide to use oil, only use oil with a high burning point. Coconut oil is what the pros use; you can also use canola, sunflower, olive or peanut oils.

Just like anything that’s used to make food, popcorn machines need to be cleaned after they’ve been used. We always recommend giving it a good wipe down with a well wrung out, soft damp cloth while the machine is still warm after every use. Be sure to let the kettle cool down enough first so you don’t burn yourself. However, periodically, it will need some heavy duty cleaners to get rid of the buildup. When used correctly, our food safe cleaners will help break down that carbon build up and cut the grease.

For everyday use, you can use both Pop N Shine and Pop N Clean. The Pop N Clean is our heavy duty orange citrus degreaser that cleans the grease build up in popcorn machines. It is also organic so you don’t have to worry about leaving chemicals behind inside the kettle. It easily sprays on, getting into all the corners and cracks. Use a paper towel or soft cloth to remove the softened grime. Pop N Shine is our best non-ammoniated glass cleaner. All you have to do is spray and wipe. It cuts right through that hazy glaze left after degreasing without harming glass or plastic.

For a heavy carbon build up, we recommend that you use Heat N Kleen once a month to cut any tough residual build up. Heat N Kleen is a non toxic carbon cleaner. Simply add a few tablespoons to water in the kettle, heat, and watch it soften the carbon build up in just minutes! An even easier alternative to the Heat N Kleen would be our Kettle Pucks. Merely place the pre-measured Kettle Puck into the kettle with water and heat to 160 degrees F. When the desired temperature is reached, turn off the heat and let cool for 30 minutes. Dump out the water into a sink, wipe out the kettle and you’re good to go!

Make sure any product that you use doesn’t contain ammonia. Forget using your homemade window cleaner that contains vinegar. You’ll never get rid of the lingering smell! Always pop with high temperature oil. Coconut Oil is not only high temperature; it produces the popular movie theater flavor. It doesn’t smoke, burn, or leave a sticky crust. Treat your kettle the same as all of your electric appliances. Never submerge them in water. Getting the wires wet will ruin the kettle and end your warranty.

It can’t be stressed enough the importance of maintaining your machine properly. Not only will it be more visually appealing, it will help you to produce the best product. Most important, you are also ensuring a well working machine that will last longer. Whether at home, with employees, or in a volunteer situation, develop a “clean up” habit.

To view prices or purchase these products you can go to www.popcornsupply.com. Happy popping!

Corn/Oil/Salt Portion Pak Kits with Coconut Oil To Make Everyday Popping That Much Easier

          Everyone loves when something is convenient and easy. So why not have that when popping popcorn? Here at Popcorn Supply Company we sell a product called Naks Pak Portion Pak Kits. Try saying that five times fast! The kits are available in different sizes depending on the size of your kettle. The sizes that they are made in are 4 oz, 6oz, 8oz, and 12oz kits.

          The kits include the kernels, coaconut oil, and salt. The kernels are the traditional yellow kernels that pop up big and fluffy. They are also known as butterfly kernels because they have a wing like feature when they pop. In the side with the kernels there is also Flavacol. The Flavacol is a butter flavored salt that ads extra seasoning. Lastly, there is the coconut oil. This is the left side of the package. The oil is also infused with a butter flavoring that gives a deep rich taste. Many people hear coconut oil and think that it will taste like coconut. Don’t worry, I promise it tastes nothing like the fruit.

          When it comes to popping, these kits make life simple. Start off by turning your kettle heat and kettle motor on (there should be switches labeled at the top of your machine). Let the kettle warm up for a minute or two before adding the product. Cut the top of the left side of the packet that holds the oil. Squeeze the oil out into the kettle and let it melt for a few seconds. Once the oil is nice and melted, cut the other side of the package and dump the kernels and seasoning into the kettle. Don’t forget to close the lid to the kettle after you add the ingredients. Be sure to pay attention during the popping process so you don’t burn your corn. Rule of thumb: popcorn is ready to be dumped when you can count three seconds in between pops. Once your popcorn has popped all that’s left to do is eat it and enjoy!

In order to create the ideal popcorn, you need the correct kernels, oil, and salt. First we’ll start with the kernels. Most people and places use the traditional yellow kernel. This is also known as butterfly popcorn because it has “wings” after it pops. More recently producers have been able to create a hybrid kernel for people with diverticulitis. This kernel is the white hulless popcorn. It pops a tiny bit smaller but it has less of those pesky hulls that get stuck in your teeth and upset your stomach. We also have what’s called mushroom kernels available. These kernels are not traditionally used for at home popping. You will see this product being used for candied corn (kettle corn, caramel corn, etc.).

Next, you need the right oil. Here at Popcorn Supply Company we have a variety of oils to choose from. For at home use, our Real Theater Coconut Oil is by far the most popular. It is available in a 1 pound container. Don’t worry it doesn’t taste like coconut! The oil also has a butter flavoring in it to give your popcorn a richer taste. If you are an avid popcorn eater and think you will need more than a pound of oil, not a problem! Our Butcher Boy Coconut Oil comes in gallon containers and is more cost effective when constantly popping corn.

Finally, to get the best flavor possible you will need the right salt/ seasoning. We always recommend using Flavacol. It is a butter flavored salt that goes right in the kettle with the oil and kernels when popping. Also available, is the new Better Butter Flavacol. It’s a butter flavored salt, yet it has more of an enhanced butter flavoring. The choice is yours depending on how buttery you like your popcorn. If you prefer a more gourmet flavor such as ranch or barbeque, we sell Kernel Seasonings Flavor Shakers (to see all of the  flavors we have in stock check out our website www.popcornsupply.com).

Now that you have all the correct ingredients you can pop! Measure the ingredients according to the size of your kettle (4oz, 6oz, 8oz, etc.). All three ingredients will go right in the kettle together. Be sure to pay attention during the popping process so you don’t burn your corn. Rule of thumb: popcorn is ready to be dumped when you can count three seconds in between pops. Once your popcorn has popped all that’s left to do is eat it and enjoy!