How to make Popcorn on the Stove (Homemade, Easy and Quick)- BenjiManTV 

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Used motor oil, would not recommend.

Salt the oil instead of the popped corn. This ensures an even coating of salt on the popcorn. I also check my oil temperature by adding a few kernels in the pan with the cold oil. I then heat the oil until all the kernels pop, at which point you know the oil is ready... then add the rest of the corn to the pan and shake around to coat. At this point I remove the pan from the heat and let it sit for about 30seconds. This allows all the kernels to heat up in the oil, so when you finally do put it back on the heat, they all pop very quickly and nothing ever burns.

"the oil is just so the popcorn wont stick to the pan" my dude popcorn is not sticking to any pan. the oil is used to conduct heat faster, evenly, and more efficiently than air thus making the kernels 'pop' before they burn. its important to know the oil's purpose because it's much more relevant to cooking in general.

One thing you're not supposed to hear from an instructional video is "I've never done this before!" 😕

The beginning though, I felt so uncomfortable

His presentation style reminds me of an infomercial

1) I pour the oil in my pot 2) Put three kernels in the pot with the top on and turn the stove to medium-high (closer to medium). 3) Shake the pot every once and awhile, wait for the all three kernels to pop 4) Add all the kernels in, take it off the heat for 30 seconds and shake it to evenly coat the kernels in oil, then place it back on the heat. 5) Then just shake it fairly frequently (with the lid cracked a tiny bit, makes the popcorn more crispy) and wait till you hear no more popping (or popping slows down quite a bit). Haha, it sounds confusing, but it's very simple and I find this the best way to never burn it and you barely have any uncooked popcorn kernels afterwards.

A little tip, when the popcorn is done popping, remove from stove, take off the lid and qiuckly cover with a kitchen towel. The towel will let steam escape and prevent condensation so your popcorn stays crisp while allowing heat to dissipate. After a minute or so you won't have any more delayed pops to deal with.

If you shake the pot, the popped kernels will go to the top, and the unpopped will stay on the bottom. No burning. Also, for a twist use flavored olive oil. We have made it with rosemary infused olive oil (butter and salt normally) and it was so good.

That looks so good! I haven't had breakfast yet and I already want to make popcorn!!

Thank you so much for this video. I was looking for natural popcorn recipes to make at home And you not only showed me that but saved me from buying a popcorn maker which equals a savings of 50 bucks and space in my kitchen!

The most important thing is to use the right kind of oil when popping corn on a stove top. That is due to my experience in trying different oils. I found that corn oil works the best than canola or peanut oil. Use a little oil to coat the bottom of the pot before heating it up gradually with the lid on. And I ended up with more popcorns than with kernels when I used a thin coating of corn oil. Believe me, I tried it and it worked very well for me. When I used other oils, the popcorn didn't pop well. So now, I have more popcorn to enjoy and its not even burnt.

0:00 when they start beef and you packin dat heat.

I love how you explain things really well in your videos Benji. Oh and Austin has an adorable smile. :)

So hilarious at the end when it pops everywhere :D You really make me laugh Benji!

I've never made homemade popcorn. It looked really good just like movie theatre popcorn which i love! Thank you Benji!!

Great video Benji!! Will definitely try this out!

This looks really good and super easy to do. Also, I just have to say 'Thank You' because you make me laugh!!

Doing this for a project in school. Thanks for the info and great video!

I just helped my sister make this recipe for a school assignment and it is really great! We put on a little too much butter and cooked just a little too long, but I can’t wait to try it again so we can get it perfect!

This is what I do when I cook popcorn on the stove top, I place the oil in the pan and maybe about 4-5 kernels at the bottom and wait until those pop then just add the rest of the popcorn kernels and cover with the lid. Take the pot of for about 10-15 seconds and shake it around and then throw it back on the stove. The rest of the kernels should pop straight away as the oil is already heated up! It's fail proof pop corn every time as they all pop evenly without burning! Then just add your salt and butter and enjoy!!

lol at the end! I love your videos Benji! hope you and judi are well. I adore your youtube fam. You all are crushing it!

The new videos look great, Benji! I love your passion for cooking, keep the videos coming! (:

0:01 “pop pop pop “ - Pennywise

Love this, thank you! I'd love to see popcorn toppings, maybe drizzle chocolate or something sweet!

Love this, I've tried this before and you know it actually works

Hey benji I'm been waiting this video for a while, glad it's out!

I managed to burn it

*We LOVE POPCORN!* Who doesn't love popcorn?! I like this all-natural flavorings

Thanks Benji!! Ive been waiting for this video!!

Just watched ur vlog where the fam watches Mulan and just had to look up this popcorn recipe. Can't wait to try it.

Yummy! I will have to try this out for sure!!! Loved this video!

Benji thank you sooooo much for all your yummy tips! I used your videos to make my boyfriend believe cooking is not difficult if you're enjoying it! Now both of us are following you! Would love hearing about a Japanese recipe you like :) if you could share with us. Every time you and Judy have some Asian dishes we're like...man we'd love knowing how to cook that deliciousness :) Thank you nevertheless! Amazingly easy and tasteful cooking tips and recipes.

yum yum yum... hahah love the bloopers! Please make more videos like this as well, Benji!

I love it! Thanks!

Scalloped potatoes before thanksgiving even if it's not so perfect please benji

you rock Benji and inspire me to eat better every day..:)

Thanks benjiman its delicous👊

thanks for the perfect popping guide !

I’m so happy I did this cause my family was mad a me 😂

Thanks for this recipe Benji! can't wait to try it. I love that you guys don't have a microwave. Even though some things are much quicker in the microwave, cooking something on the stove or toaster oven seems like a healthier route. Thanks for all the food & life inspirations.

Why is this so good I love it

300k congrats Benji!!!!

I like the bloopers at the end. It's a nice touch :) Good job Benji and Austin!

I made it yesterday and it was delicious! Thanks Benji!

OMG! been waiting this video for long time thx

Amazing! Followed your recipe closely, adjusted flavor for taste preference and ooooooooohhh! It is delish!! No wonder you have that look of confidence. Thanks, been looking for the right recipe for popcorn, forever!

I wish I was Austin so I can get to sample all of this food! Hahahah(:

I wish I could taste your food through the screen lol always looks delicious! Movie night, tonight :D

Thanks Benji can't wait to make this !!!

Love the bloopers at the end hahah

Hahaha expected this video to be special so been waiting and waiting and learned it's what i do when making it except for the pepper ordeal

I remember when I was child, my mom made popcorn this way all the time!! We loved it, there were 8 total in our household!....LOL!

Thanks Men you really help me out its delicous

Thank you I made it today! Worked great!

Great Job Benji... Waiting on the Bomb Tuna Salad recipe your mum makes.

I stopped watching when he said "I've never done this before"

Benji... Popcorn is my one true obsession!!! I stopped watching a video as soon as this popped up!!!! Thanksssss!!! Love from brazil and i watch ur vlogs everyday!!!!

amazing video !! thank you !!

Benji you need to make more videos you are hilarious and so natural... I grew up making popcorn like this for years and we had a microwave...now I'm just lazy lol...loved the out takes 👍

Tried lighting one on fire, throwing it into air and catching it with my mouth... burned my left shoulder

My secondhand popcorn maker broke down after 3rd use so here i am getting ideas of how to cook in saucepan.

thank you for making my life brighter bro

I thought this was really helpful! I've never made popcorn on the stove like that before as I don't really eat popcorn, but I think I might give this a try! :)

not lying: I had forgotten you could do this, like i thought you needed some special pan or machine lol. i saw on another video that theaters use Coconut oil and this "Flavacol" salt you can buy on amazon, it's yellow and gives it the color and flavor, gonna buy some and try it.

thank you so much Benji!!!

Right to the bottom of it, simple, easy, great job... thanks bro

I actually do want soggy popcorn

I've tried using olive oil but switched to coconut oil. My kids love it. It gives it a unique flavor. I'm of the opinion that u cant have 2 much butter but thats just me.

Works perfectly!

HELPED A LOT THANK YO

Actually I love buttery salty soggy popcorn. The super buttery popcorn at the bottom is my favorite

I want your cabbage salad!!! I want the recipe pls! :)

Arguably the best RU-vid video the algorithm gave me

This is so cool! Haha I gotta try it now! Thanks Benji! Keep it up!

The only way we make popcorn too and you have got to use real butter. Parmesan cheese sprinkled on it is really good!!!!

This would be perfect for anime,movies and shows

Almost 300,000 subscribers! Go Benji!

Thank you for sharing this short sweet video I thought I would not have found a youtube clip less than 3 mins that explained how to make popcorn

“Very important to taste” *eats it all*

Scalloped potatoes please! I'll be making it for thanksgiving. I tried out laura vitales recipe in the past but I'd like to try something different this time. (:

I love this vid thanks for making my movie night popcorn even more yummy and love this cuz it is quicker and easier than the 20 other videos that I watched this one was the best one and turned my movie night at home into the actual movie theater with this amazing popcorn thank you so much

I would love to see more japanese recipes or Korean!!! My and my husband love the beef curry Judy cooked as well as stir fry and yakisoba!!!

Try popping in coconut oil and adding Parmesan cheese instead of butter...yummo! Also, crack the lid slightly to let the steam out and the popcorn is even more sturdy...so many ways to make great yummy homemade popcorn! I'm trying your way next time :)

I love how you guys don't use a microwave.

thank you for this I was watchin skits and I got hungry but I didnt have bag popcorn

Thank you for sharing and caring 😀

BENJI DO SCALLOPED POTATOES PLEASE!!!

For the fluffiest popcorn: Use a heavy pot and I like canola oil. Get the oil as hot as possible BEFORE adding the kernels. (NEVER add kernels to cold oil) I use med high heat. (The hotter the better) Just be careful not to burn it. Burnt popcorn sucks! Use a vented lid so the steam can escape and not get your popcorn all soggy. I don't shake shit! There's enough shaking going on with each pop of the kernels to keep things moving. I then dump it all in a box, close the top and shake so the small stuff exits out the narrow slits I made in the box. You know, the unpopped kernels and small crap no one wants to eat. I add some Flavacol and maybe some butter, mix it up and dump it into the serving bowl. DONE. I like the box because it's big and each and every popcorn is coated pretty much equally.

Thank you! Popcorn turned out great!

That’s how popcorn is made since ever!

I love how much energy you put in the video! :)

i did what u said and my popcorn burnt!! ;(

Great job Benji!! Looks yummy!

Thanks Benji.. Love all your recipes...

Can you do Caramel Popcorns? It will be great if you do it!

Thanks for this video, can you make chicken teriyaki next time?

just made this recipe...delicious!! definitely making popcorn like this from now on

You're right! Best popcorn EVER!