Can you cook popcorn without using oil?

1. Stovetop method:

- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.

- Add the popcorn kernels to the saucepan.

- Place the saucepan over medium heat and shake it back and forth to distribute the kernels evenly.

- Once the kernels start popping, continue shaking the saucepan until the popping slows down or stops.

- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit for a few seconds.

- Open the lid and pour the popcorn into a bowl.

- Season the popcorn with salt or other desired seasonings.

2. Microwave method:

- Place the popcorn kernels in a microwave-safe container or popcorn maker.

- Add a pinch of salt or other desired seasonings (optional).

- Close the container or popcorn maker and microwave it according to the package instructions.

- Be careful not to over-microwave the popcorn, as it can burn easily.

- Remove the container or popcorn maker from the microwave and let it sit for a few seconds before opening it.

- Pour the popcorn into a bowl and enjoy.

3. Brown paper bag method:

- Place the popcorn kernels in a paper lunch bag.

- Fold the top of the bag down several times to seal it shut.

- Place the bag in the microwave and microwave it for 2-3 minutes, or until the popping slows down or stops.

- Be careful not to over-microwave the popcorn, as it can burn easily.

- Remove the bag from the microwave and let it sit for a few seconds before opening it.

- Tear open the bag and pour the popcorn into a bowl.

- Season the popcorn with salt or other desired seasonings.

Remember, these methods may yield slightly different results compared to using oil. Also, the amount of time required for the kernels to pop may vary depending on the microwave power and the type of popcorn kernels used.