How To Make Stovetop Popcorn (The BEST Method)

Welcome to the video on making stovetop popcorn.

Gather ingredients: popcorn kernels, ghee (or coconut/avocado oil), and salt.

Use a medium to high heat oil; ghee is preferred for its flavor.

Do not use butter to cook the popcorn; use it only for flavoring later.

Set the stove to medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of ghee to a pan.

Add 1/4 cup of popcorn kernels to the pan and swirl to coat them in ghee.

Cover the pan with a lid, leaving it slightly cracked to allow steam to escape.

Wait for the first kernels to pop, which should take about 1 minute.

Once popping begins, shake the pan every 30 to 45 seconds to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.

When the popping slows down and there are 3-4 seconds between pops, remove the pan from heat.

Transfer the popcorn to a bowl and check for unpopped kernels.

Wipe out the pan and return it to the burner without turning on the heat to melt 2 tablespoons of butter.

Drizzle the melted butter over the popcorn, spreading it evenly.

Season with salt, starting with a small amount and adjusting to taste.

Toss the popcorn to mix in the butter and salt.

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