Spicy popcorn recipe by Alana Lowes

Makes 1 large saucepan filled with popcorn: Recipe by Alana Lowes

Ingredients

• 2 tsp cayenne pepper (or less if you don’t like it too spicy)
• 3 tsp sweet paprika
• 4 tbsp salt (flakes or table salt)
• 1 ½ cups popcorn kernels
• 4 tbsp olive oil

Method

1. Combine the cayenne pepper, sweet paprika and salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
2. Place a large saucepan over a medium heat, add 2tbsp olive oil and the popcorn kernels. Ensure you have a tight fitting lid on.
3. Wait until you begin to hear the popcorn kernels popping and give the saucepan a gentle shake. Continue to cook until you hear the kernels are all popped. Remove from the heat.
4. Add the remaining olive oil and spice mixture and stir to combine.
5. Serve immediately while still warm.

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