# Popcorn: 3 Tasty Variations

Recipe by [Lucas Moreau](https://fridge.menu/en/u/lucasmoreau)

Three ways to flavour homemade popcorn: lemon and thyme, chilli and cheddar, or rosemary and garlic.

Servings: 4 · Prep 2 min · Cook 15 min · Other

Vegetarian · Contains: milk

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## Ingredients

### Lemon and Thyme Variation

- 85 g [Popcorn kernels](https://fridge.menu/en/i/corn)
- 44.5 ml [Sunflower oil](https://fridge.menu/en/i/sunflower-oil) — or flavourless coconut oil
- 1 tbsp [Butter](https://fridge.menu/en/i/butter)
- 1 tbsp [Salt](https://fridge.menu/en/i/salt)
- 1 pcs [Lemon](https://fridge.menu/en/i/lemon) — organic, zested
- 2 tbsp [Thyme](https://fridge.menu/en/i/thyme) — fresh, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp [Parmesan](https://fridge.menu/en/i/parmesan) — finely grated

### Chilli and Cheddar Variation

- 85 g [Popcorn kernels](https://fridge.menu/en/i/corn)
- 44.5 ml [Sunflower oil](https://fridge.menu/en/i/sunflower-oil) — or flavourless coconut oil
- 1 tbsp [Butter](https://fridge.menu/en/i/butter)
- 1 tbsp [Salt](https://fridge.menu/en/i/salt)
- 1 tbsp [Chilli flakes](https://fridge.menu/en/i/chili-flakes) — flakes or fresh, finely chopped, to taste
- 3 tbsp [Mature cheddar](https://fridge.menu/en/i/cheddar) — or finely grated Parmesan

### Rosemary and Garlic Variation

- 85 g [Popcorn kernels](https://fridge.menu/en/i/corn)
- 44.5 ml [Sunflower oil](https://fridge.menu/en/i/sunflower-oil) — or flavourless coconut oil
- 1 tbsp [Butter](https://fridge.menu/en/i/butter)
- 1 tbsp [Salt](https://fridge.menu/en/i/salt)
- 1 tbsp [Rosemary](https://fridge.menu/en/i/rosemary) — fresh, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp [Parmesan](https://fridge.menu/en/i/parmesan) — finely grated
- 1 tsp [Garlic powder](https://fridge.menu/en/i/garlic-powder)

## Steps

1. Put the popcorn kernels into a saucepan with the sunflower or coconut oil. Cover with a lid and set the heat to the 2nd-3rd highest setting.
2. As soon as the popcorn starts popping, reduce the heat to the 2nd lowest setting. Shake the pan occasionally.
3. When there are 3-4 seconds between pops, the popcorn is ready — remove the pan from the heat.
4. Add the butter to the pan and shake it thoroughly with the lid on, using oven gloves.
5. Divide the popcorn among bowls and toss with the relevant seasonings and salt.
6. Serve warm, straight away.

Published 2026-10-08

https://fridge.menu/en/r/popcorn-eismg9d6

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