Ingredients
Scale
- 0.5 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
- Butter, melted (optional)
- 1 large metal coffee can with lid
- 1 coat hanger or sturdy wire
Instructions
- Prep the can: Punch a few holes in the bottom for ventilation.
- Combine ingredients: Place the popcorn kernels and vegetable oil into the can and secure the lid.
- Create a handle: Fashion a handle using the coat hanger or sturdy wire.
- Pop over the campfire: Hold the can over the fire, turning it regularly until popping slows down, then remove it from the heat.
- Season: Open the can carefully and add salt. Drizzle melted butter if desired.
Notes
Keep the can moving over the fire to prevent burning. Experiment with different seasonings to find your favorite flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Cooking over fire
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg