Best 4 Asian Popcorn Recipes
Indulge in the tantalizing world of Asian-inspired popcorn, a delightful snack that combines the classic crunch of popcorn with the vibrant flavors of Asia. This culinary journey takes you through a variety of delectable recipes, each offering a unique taste adventure. From the fiery heat of Sichuan peppercorns to the aromatic embrace of five-spice powder, these popcorn creations capture the essence of Asian cuisine. Get ready to explore a world of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors as you embark on this culinary adventure.
**Recipes:**
1. **Sweet and Spicy Popcorn:** A harmonious blend of sweetness and heat, this popcorn is coated in a luscious glaze made with honey, soy sauce, and Sriracha. Topped with sesame seeds for an extra layer of texture and flavor, this treat is sure to tantalize your taste buds.
2. **Five-Spice Popcorn:** A symphony of flavors, this popcorn is seasoned with a fragrant combination of five-spice powder, ginger, garlic, and onion powder. The result is a savory and aromatic snack that will transport you to the bustling streets of an Asian night market.
3. **Sichuan Popcorn:** For those who crave a fiery kick, this popcorn is coated in a tantalizing blend of Sichuan peppercorns, chili powder, and cumin. The numbing sensation of the peppercorns dances on your tongue, creating a thrilling gastronomic experience.
4. **Wasabi Popcorn:** Embrace the bold flavors of Japan with this wasabi-infused popcorn. The piquant heat of wasabi is balanced by the sweetness of honey, creating a harmonious interplay of flavors that will leave you craving more.
5. **Coconut Curry Popcorn:** Inspired by the rich flavors of Southeast Asia, this popcorn is coated in a creamy coconut curry sauce. Infused with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric, each bite offers a complex and satisfying taste experience.
ASIAN POPCORN
Soy sauce, wasabi peas and sesame oil turn plain popcorn into a spicy snack.
Provided by By Deborah Harroun
Categories Snack
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place popcorn in large bowl. In small bowl, mix soy sauce and sesame oil. Drizzle mixture over popcorn; toss until well coated. Stir in wasabi peas.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
ASIAN POPCORN
Make and share this Asian Popcorn recipe from Food.com.
Provided by littlemafia
Categories Asian
Time 25m
Yield 8 cups, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix popcorn and Asian snack mix together in a large bowl.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, microwave butter on high until melted, about 20 seconds. Stir in soy sauce, ginger and oil.
- Drizzle over popcorn mixture; toss.
- Spread mixture on a baking sheet and bake in a 300° F oven for 20 minutes, stirring once.
- Allow to cool, serve or store in airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.6, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 11.4, Sodium 156.9, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.1, Protein 1.1
POPCORN CHICKEN (TAIWANESE)
These Taiwanese popcorn chicken bites are addictively delicious. Chinese five-spice, ginger, and soy sauce flavor the crispy batter and they are ready in under 30 minutes.
Provided by brandon
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine chicken pieces, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, five-spice powder, white pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Whisk egg in a small bowl until smooth. Pour tempura batter mix into a second small bowl. Dip chicken pieces one at a time into the egg, then dredge in tempura batter mix, shaking off any excess. Lower chicken pieces carefully into the hot oil in batches. Fry until chicken is golden brown, 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Repeat with remaining chicken.
- Serve chicken sprinkled with basil leaves, green onions, white pepper, and salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 162.8 mg, Fat 35.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 35.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 1057 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
TAIWANESE POPCORN CHICKEN WITH FRIED BASIL
This spiced fried chicken is a staple in the night markets of Taiwan. You can order the chicken in cutlet form or small bites like these, which are served in paper bags with wooden skewers. This recipe uses a few spices that cannot be skipped: five-spice powder and white pepper. The Sichuan peppercorns are a bonus, adding a little numbing tingle. If you can't find Sichuan peppercorns, use black peppercorns instead. You won't get the same tingly feeling, but the chicken will be just as good. This fried chicken recipe happens to be gluten-free thanks to the tapioca flour, which imparts the dish's signature crunch.
Provided by Sue Li
Categories dinner, snack, finger foods, poultry, appetizer, main course
Time 2h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, season chicken thighs with soy sauce, sugar, five-spice powder, white pepper and 2 teaspoons salt. Set aside to marinate about 1 hour at room temperature, or refrigerate it overnight.
- When ready to cook, fit a medium pot with a cooking thermometer and heat vegetable oil over medium to 350 degrees. Coarsely grind the peppercorns in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle and mix with the remaining 2 teaspoons kosher salt. Set aside.
- Wet your hands and toss marinated chicken with tapioca flour and about 1 tablespoon water until the tapioca flour looks like small beads and clings to the chicken. (Adding a little moisture to your chicken helps the tapioca flour form small beads that will also stick to the chicken and give it a very crunchy crust.)
- Working in batches, add the battered chicken to the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. With a slotted spoon or spider, transfer fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate and season each batch with peppercorn mixture.
- Fry basil leaves until translucent and crisp, 1 to 2 minutes, then scatter over the fried chicken. Serve with leftover peppercorn mixture for sprinkling to taste.
Tips:
- Use a large pot or Dutch oven to pop the popcorn. This will give the popcorn plenty of room to expand and prevent it from burning.
- Add the oil and popcorn kernels to the pot and heat over medium-high heat. Swirl the pot constantly to keep the kernels from burning.
- Once the popcorn starts to pop, reduce the heat to medium and continue to swirl the pot. The popcorn will be done popping when there are only a few seconds between pops.
- Remove the pot from the heat and pour the popcorn into a large bowl.
- Add the melted butter, sugar, and soy sauce to the popcorn and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
- For a sweeter popcorn, add more sugar to taste.
- For a spicier popcorn, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- For a cheesier popcorn, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- For a fun twist, add some chopped nuts, dried fruit, or mini chocolate chips to the popcorn.
Conclusion:
Asian popcorn is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet, salty, and savory flavors, this popcorn is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a fun and tasty snack, give Asian popcorn a try!
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