Snacks and Treats

Chili Popcorn Seasoning

Shake up a chili popcorn seasoning with chili powder, cumin, garlic and onion flakes. Stir it into melted butter and toss with warm popcorn.

Chili Popcorn Seasoning

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A zesty dry mix of chili powder, cumin, garlic powder and onion flakes, with optional cayenne for heat. Stir it into melted butter and toss with fresh popcorn.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
CourseSnack
CuisineAmerican
Servings2 servings
Calories16

Ingredients
  

  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
  • Cayenne pepper to taste (optional)

Equipment

  • zip-top bags
  • airtight jar

Directions
 

  1. Put the spices in a zip-top bag, close it, and shake until mixed.
  2. Pour the blend into a spice jar or airtight container.

Notes

Stir 2 teaspoons of the mix into melted butter, then toss with freshly popped popcorn. Store dry mix in a cool, dry place for up to about a year. Refrigerate leftover buttered popcorn within 2 hours; eat within 3 to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 8g | Calories: 16kcal | Carbohydrates: 3.1g | Protein: 0.6g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 1220mg | Potassium: 81mg | Fiber: 0.8g | Sugar: 0.8g | Vitamin A: 408IU | Vitamin C: 1.4mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 2 servings; dried onion flakes counted as dehydrated onion. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.


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