No need to bring a popcorn maker camping when you can make popcorn in an instant pot! Not only will you save space in your RV kitchen, you will also save electricity, too!
You will be rewarded with delicious and perfect popcorn every time you make instant pot popcorn. This quick and easy method lets you enjoy all-natural popcorn with less mess and no need for a microwave.
An instant pot may be one of the best kitchen appliances you can bring in your trailer. There are so many ways to skip the stovetop and use this relatively low-wattage appliance for all of your cooking needs.
How to Pop Popcorn in an Instant Pot
Yields: 2-4 servings
Prep Time: 1 Minute
Cook Time: 12 Minutes
Ingredients
- ½ Cup Popcorn Kernels
- 2 Tablespoons Oil (I used avocado oil)
Directions
Step 1
Set your instant pot on saute and immediately place the oil inside.
Step 2
Allow the oil to heat up for about 2 minutes, or until your instant pot displays the word “hot” before placing your popcorn kernels in the pot.
Step 3
Stir for about 1 minute before putting a see-through lid on the top.
Step 4
In about 2-3 minutes after covering the pot, you will start to hear the popcorn kernels popping. Let it pop for about 5 minutes or until most of the kernels have popped.
Helpful Tips
- You will want to be able to see your popcorn kernels to ensure they are not burning after a couple minutes of popping. If you do not have a glass lid, you will want to check every once in a while, under the lid.
- If your popcorn kernels are older, they may not pop well, if at all. Use fresh kernels.
- I used avocado oil, which resulted in some luscious popcorn. However, you can use any oil you have on hand.
- To get a more even pop, after every minute of popping, stir the popcorn or shake your instant pot to move around the popcorn. Moving the popcorn around helps the unpopped kernels get better heat.
- If you want buttery popcorn, you can add 2 tablespoons of butter with the oil. Once it has melted, you can add your popcorn kernels.
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