Curry popcorn is a quick, cheap, and easy appetizer that everyone loves. Seasoned with Indian spices, this popcorn is a little bit spicy, savory, salty, and just delicious—the perfect entertaining recipe.
Add the popcorn to the popcorn popper and put the lid on. Make sure to follow the instructions for the popcorn popper you are using. Some say to put the lid on partially ajar.
Place in the microwave and cook on High for 3 minutes. Add another minute if necessary. Use the popcorn setting if your microwave has that feature.
In a small bowl add the melted butter (ghee or oil) and mix your spices together including the curry leaves and nigella seeds, if using.
Add the spiced mixture to the popcorn and stir thoroughly. Your hands might be the best tool for this job. Taste for salt. If you want more flavor, add some of either or both of the masalas.
Notes
Salt: If you used chaat masala in your curry popcorn, this spice mix has salt in it so you may not need any additional salt.