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Za'atar Spiced Popcorn recipe by Safe Plated

Za'atar Spiced Popcorn

A simple yet flavorful snack made with popcorn and the aromatic Middle Eastern spice blend, za'atar. A great alternative to traditional buttered popcorn.

5m prep + 5m cook4 servings
NUTS-free
180 cal|4g protein|20g carbs|10g fat|4g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Popcorn Kernels
  • 2 tablespoons Sunflower Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Za'atar Spice Blend
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

  1. 1Place a large, heavy-bottomed pot on the stove over medium heat. Add the 2 tablespoons of sunflower oil to the pot.
  2. 2Once the oil is shimmering, add the 1/2 cup of popcorn kernels to the pot. Immediately cover the pot with a lid.
  3. 3Cook the kernels for 2 to 3 minutes, listening carefully. You will hear the kernels begin to pop. Continue cooking until the popping slows down to several seconds between pops.
  4. 4Carefully remove the pot from the heat. Pour all the popped popcorn into a large serving bowl.
  5. 5Sprinkle the 2 tablespoons of za'atar spice blend and the 1/4 teaspoon of salt evenly over the popcorn.
  6. 6Gently toss the popcorn to ensure the za'atar and salt are distributed throughout. Serve immediately.

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