Tex-Mex Savory Popcorn

Cotija cheese, lime juice, and Tex-Mex seasonings are delicious additions to freshly popped popcorn in this savory snack you won't be able to get enough of!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 164 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 3 tablespoons canola oil
• ½ lime, zested and juiced
• ½ cup popcorn kernels
• 2 ounces Cotija cheese, finely grated

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place popcorn, oil, and salt in a 4-quart pan. Cover with a lid; make sure lid is not too tight so steam can escape.

Step 2

Place the pan over high heat. Move pan back and forth when kernels begin to pop. Continue shaking the pan until popping sounds slow down. Remove from heat. Stir in any salt that accumulated on the sides and transfer popcorn to a large bowl.

Step 3

Add butter to the hot pan to melt. Drizzle melted butter over the popcorn. Drizzle lime juice and zest over the top.

Step 4

Combine paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Sprinkle seasonings and Cotija cheese over the popcorn; toss to mix.