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Popcorn
Americas (Mexico, 9,000 years ago)Year-roundMild, buttery (when buttered), starchy
Did You Know?
The steam inside a kernel of popcorn reaches about 347°F (175°C) before it pops — the hard outer shell fails under pressure and the kernel explodes inside out.
Overview
Americas (Mexico · Year-round · grains
A snack food made from a variety of corn (Zea mays everta) that expands and puffs when heated, one of the world's most popular snacks.
Americas (Mexico
Origin
Year-round
Season
Easy
Difficulty
grains
Category
Flavor Profile
Mildbuttery (when buttered)starchyairy
Storage Tips
Store unpopped kernels in airtight container for up to 1 year. Popped: keep in airtight bag and use within 1 week.
Photo Gallery
How to Cook with Popcorn
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Air-pop for healthiest version. Use coconut oil or butter for flavor. Season with salt, spices, or nutritional yeast for variety.
Best Pairings
buttersaltcaramelcheesehot saucechocolate
Substitutes
Puffed rice, puffed quinoa, rice cakes
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Popcorn
Nutrition Highlights
fat
5
carbs
75
fiber
15
protein
13
calories
375
Quick Facts
Categorygrains
OriginAmericas (Mexico, 9,000 years ago)
SeasonYear-round
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Whole grain snack high in fiber and antioxidants when air-popped. One of the few healthy snack options that's a whole grain.
Popcorn Photos
6 photos showcasing Popcorn in its many forms
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Popcorn
grains
OriginAmericas (Mexico
SeasonYear-round
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Mildbuttery (when buttered)starchyairy
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Pairs Well With
buttersaltcaramelcheesehot saucechocolate
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