Sweet Sesame Popcorn

Think of this sweet-and-salty snack as an Asian-inspired kettle corn.

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Think of this sweet-and-salty snack as an Asian-inspired kettle corn.

Servings
8

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup. toasted sesame oil
  • 1 Tbs. plus 1 tsp. honey
  • 4 tsp. black sesame seeds, divided
  • 4 tsp. white sesame seeds, divided
  • 8 cups freshly popped hot popcorn

Preparation

1. Warm sesame oil and honey in small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally to blend. Stir in 2 tsp. each of black and white sesame seeds, and cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly, or until lightly toasted and fragrant. Season with salt, if desired.

2. Drizzle oil mixture over popcorn, and sprinkle remaining 2 tsp. each of black and white sesame seeds over top. Stir to distribute evenly.

Nutrition Information

  • Calories 119
  • Carbohydrate Content 10 g
  • Cholesterol Content 0 mg
  • Fat Content 9 g
  • Fiber Content 2 g
  • Protein Content 2 g
  • Saturated Fat Content 1 g
  • Sodium Content 1 mg
  • Sugar Content 3 g

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