Popcorn with Dried-Shrimp Salt

Name: Popcorn with Dried-Shrimp Salt
Yield: 4 Servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons dried shrimp; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 8 cups just-popped popcorn (from ½ cup kernels); ¼ cup olive oil; A spice mill or a mortar and pestle

By Dawn PerryPhotography by Alex Lau

February 18, 2015

Alex Lau

Can’t find dried shrimp? Straight up Old Bay and some salt will capture that “down the shore” vibe we’re after.

Recipe information

Yield
4 Servings

Ingredients

2 tablespoons dried shrimp

1 teaspoon kosher salt

8 cups just-popped popcorn (from ½ cup kernels)

¼ cup olive oil

Special Equipment

A spice mill or a mortar and pestle

Preparation

Step 1
Finely grind dried shrimp and salt in spice mill or with mortar and pestle.
Step 2
Arrange popcorn on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with oil; toss to coat.
Step 3
Sprinkle with some of the dried-shrimp salt and toss to coat, adding more to taste.

TagsShrimp Shellfish Seafood Snack Dairy Free Gluten Free Nut Free Super Bowl Bon Appétit

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