Popcorn Czar Smoky BBQ

Sweet and smoky up front, savory garlic and onion in the middle and a light tangy finish. Mild heat.

The sugar in this blend browns quickly. Season popcorn, chips and fries after cooking, and add it to wings or roasted nuts in the last few minutes, not at the start.

Fresh popcorn, kettle chips, fries, roasted nuts, chicken wings, sweet potato wedges and grilled corn.

For popcorn, start with 1 teaspoon per 4 cups popped corn.

1. Start with 4 cups of plain, warm popped corn.
2. Toss with just enough unsalted butter or neutral oil for a light surface coating.
3. Add the starting amount of seasoning in two stages, tossing between additions.
4. Taste several pieces before increasing the dose. Add plain popcorn if the coating is too strong.

Makes about 12 cups, serves 4. Heat 2 tablespoons neutral oil and 3 popcorn kernels in a large lidded pot over medium-high heat. When they pop, add 1/2 cup kernels, cover and shake often, keeping the lid slightly ajar to vent steam. Take the pot off the heat when the pops slow to 2-3 seconds apart, about 3-4 minutes.

Tip the popcorn into a large bowl, leaving unpopped kernels behind. Season off the heat; the sugar in this blend browns quickly in a hot pan. Drizzle 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter over the popcorn while tossing. Sprinkle on 1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning and toss, then add another 1 1/2 teaspoons (1 tablespoon in all) and toss again. Taste, adjust a pinch at a time and serve warm.

Ingredient overview: Brown sugar powder, smoked paprika, maltodextrin, fine popcorn salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, tomato powder, chile powder, vinegar powder, ground black pepper, ground yellow mustard, smoke flavor powder.

Contains mustard.

Check the physical package for the complete current ingredient and allergen statement, including subingredients of compound powders. If you need to avoid an ingredient, contact Spice Czar before ordering.

• 2 oz Round Shaker Bottle

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Keep tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat, sunlight and steam. Use a clean, dry spoon and close the container promptly after measuring. Check the aroma before cooking and follow the best-before information on the package.

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