Try four Boblah seasoning combinations, with a gradual tasting method to balance cheese, barbecue, lemon and pepper to your taste.
Want to try something different with your popcorn seasonings? Mixing a small amount of two flavors can create a new combination from the jars you already have. Start with a small sample of mushroom popcorn and adjust the blend before seasoning the whole bowl.
Important: do not pop kernels in regular butter
To prepare Boblah popcorn, use a suitable cooking oil such as corn oil. Do not replace the oil with regular butter when popping kernels: its milk solids can burn at high temperatures and affect the taste. For a buttery flavor, add a little butter after popping and removing the popcorn from the heat, or add Sweet Butter seasoning after preparation.
How to start mixing popcorn seasonings
Prepare the popcorn according to the pack instructions and place some in a wide bowl. Test each mix on one cup of popcorn first. Add a pinch of the main flavor and a smaller amount of the second, toss and taste. These are ideas for home experimentation, not fixed ratios or a recipe that suits everyone.
Do not start with too much seasoning; some blends already contain salt. Taste before adding extra salt, and check the ingredients if you or your guests have any allergies.
1. Cheddar and barbecue
Make cheddar your main flavor and add a lighter sprinkle of barbecue. This suits cheese lovers who want a different twist. Try a little more barbecue in a second sample and compare them before changing the entire bowl.
2. Mexican cheese with lemon and pepper
Start with Mexican cheese, then add a light sprinkle of lemon and pepper seasoning. Taste before adding more so the second flavor does not overpower the first. Use dry seasoning rather than lemon juice to avoid adding excess liquid.
3. Pizza and cheddar
Use pizza seasoning as the base and add a little cheddar. This may appeal to fans of rich cheese flavors. Serve a sample beside popcorn seasoned with pizza alone and let your family choose their favorite.
4. Barbecue with lemon and pepper
Add barbecue seasoning first, then a smaller amount of lemon and pepper, and toss gently. For a milder taste, reduce the total seasoning rather than adding one flavor to cover the other. Keep some plain popcorn to dilute a strong mix.
How to distribute seasoning without clumps
Add seasoning in two or three batches, tossing between additions. If it does not stick well, distribute a little edible oil before seasoning. Avoid pouring oil onto one spot, and do not seal the bowl tightly while steam is still escaping.
Use clean, dry utensils and do not return leftover mixed seasoning to the original jars. Record the ratio you liked so you can repeat it.
Steps for trying popcorn seasoning mixes
- Pop a batch in oil according to the pack instructions, then remove it from the heat.
- Divide the popcorn into equal small samples for easy comparison.
- Add a pinch of the main flavor, then a smaller pinch of the second.
- Toss gently and taste before adding more; do not add salt automatically.
- Record the quantities for your favorite sample before making a larger batch.
Frequently asked questions about popcorn seasoning mixes
Should I use equal amounts of both flavors?
No. Start with one main flavor and a smaller amount of the second, then adjust to taste. One flavor can quickly overpower the other, so test a small sample first. Keep samples of each flavor on its own for comparison.
How can I dilute an overpowering mix?
Add some plain popcorn, toss and taste again. Do not dilute seasonings with water or lemon juice, as extra liquid may affect crispness. Next time, use less seasoning overall while keeping the ratio you enjoyed.
Should I use butter to pop the kernels?
Do not use regular butter to pop Boblah kernels; use a suitable cooking oil. If desired, add a little butter after preparation and removing the popcorn from the heat. Sweet Butter seasoning can also be added after popping rather than during cooking.
How do I prepare several flavors for guests?
Prepare the popcorn first, divide it into separate bowls and season each portion individually. Read our guide to preparing popcorn for guests for organizing utensils, batches and serving. Keep some popcorn plain and check each seasoning’s allergen information before serving.
Turn it into a family tasting
Serve four small samples in separate bowls, labeling each mix, and let everyone choose a favorite. Keep the ingredient and allergen information for each seasoning, and do not describe a mix as free from an ingredient without checking both packs.
Browse popcorn seasonings in the Boblah shop and choose the available flavors you enjoy. You do not need to try every combination at once; start with your favorites and build from there.
