Ingredients · Grains & bread
Popcorn Kernels
Dried corn kernels that pop in a hot air fryer when the basket is lined with foil.
In the air fryer. Line basket and walls with foil so kernels do not fall through. Small batch only; shake once mid-pop.
Nutrition
Typical values per 2 cups popped
62kcal
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 1g
- Carbs
- 12g
- Fiber
- 2g
Approximate kitchen reference. Not a lab label. Brands and cuts vary.
Origin
Specialized dried corn with a hard hull. Popped for snacks for centuries.
Herbal & culinary notes
Whole grain snack when air popped with little oil. Watch unpopped kernels.
How to store
Cool dry pantry in a sealed jar or the original bag.
Food safety
Popcorn is a dried grain. Discard kernels that smell musty or fail to pop after a fair try.
Food hazards
Unpopped kernels are a choking hazard. Hot oil and flying kernels: open the basket carefully after popping stops.
