What do you eat when you gather with several people?
January is still chilly, so a hot pot party sounds fun, and a takoyaki party is a classic, right?
Among the many options, "Japan Frito-Lay" has released a product that is easy to make and pairs well with alcoholic beverages.
It's called the "Mike Popcorn Shop Handmade Kit"!
Let's Make Fresh Popcorn Ourselves!
Japan Frito-Lay released its first handmade kit, the "Mike Popcorn Shop Handmade Kit," on Monday, December 2, 2024.
Don't you feel like you don't see popcorn kits in supermarkets these days? It seems like the only chances to eat fresh popcorn are at movie theaters or specialty stores.
However, if you buy this product, you can easily enjoy popcorn at home while relaxing!
Now, let's review the taste and how to make it.
The Familiar Packaging is Now Compact!
The image of a popcorn kit is usually an aluminum pot-shaped one, but this product is compact, with the kernels and seasoning packed in a box.
This way, it doesn't take up much space, so you won't have trouble with kitchen storage when having a large popcorn party or stocking up.
The necessary information is written on the back, and the items you need to prepare are:
- A heavy-bottomed pot
- A large plate for popcorn
- The kernels inside this product
You don't have to buy anything extra, which makes it easy and approachable to try.
The instructions are:
- Grease a heavy-bottomed pot and add the kernels
- Cover and shake the pot while waiting for the kernels to pop
- Once done, transfer to a plate and season
And it's complete!
The seasonings included in this product are:
- Rich Butter Soy Sauce Flavor
- Salted Caramel Flavor
These are sure to be delicious flavors!
It's great that the ingredients and instructions are simple, and you can eat it right away!
This time, we held a popcorn party during Reika's Twitch stream and made it from scratch with the camerawoman Reina.
藤井四段（@MTNRFG）無職おめでとうございます！
【ポップコーンパーティ配信にて弾けた自虐をカマす藤井四段】#藤井四段無職確定 pic.twitter.com/vLsMu8TA80— れいか氏❤️🔥ぷりぎゅう (@SoprettyGyudon) January 9, 2025
Reika, who is making popcorn for the first time in her life, and camerawoman Reina, who often makes popcorn as a snack with drinks.
Will they both be able to make a flavor they are satisfied with!?
Let's Make Popcorn!
First, put about 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil and the popcorn kernels into a heavy-bottomed pot.
Next, cover it and immediately shake the pot while waiting for them to pop... Be careful here, as strong heat can burn the popcorn!
After a Few Minutes, the Kernels Start Popping Vigorously!
When the popcorn starts popping, the fragrant smell of popcorn fills the room. This scent alone feels like you could have a drink, but be careful to ventilate properly, as otherwise your room will smell like popcorn for several days!
Once a certain amount has popped, shake the pot vertically to drop the unpopped kernels to the bottom, which is said to result in evenly cooked and delicious popcorn.
Popcorn is Ready!
Once it's done, wait a little without opening the lid. Be careful as there's a possibility that popcorn might still pop from residual heat.
The finished popcorn is much more than imagined, packed tightly in the pot!
Finally, Sprinkle with the Included Seasoning and It's Done!
At this point, it was difficult to mix in the seasoning because the plate was so full of popcorn. So I thought it would be better to use a plate with a little more room, or to sprinkle the seasoning directly into the pot and mix it there.
First, a Bite of the Rich Butter Soy Sauce Flavor
When it enters your mouth, you get a mellow butter flavor, followed by a gentle salty taste of soy sauce!
It's not overpowering, so you can just keep munching on it endlessly!
Next, the Salted Caramel Flavor!
It's not as sweet as I expected! The saltiness gives it a burnt caramel-like impression.
There's also a good amount of powder, so I barely noticed any unevenness in the flavor.
Both were delicious, but if you like, adding extra salt will make them even more irresistible and make you want to drink more. However, coarse salt won't stick to the popcorn, so fine salt is recommended!
The "Mike Popcorn Shop Handmade Kit" is Easy to Make and Gets the Party Started!
The "Mike Popcorn Shop Handmade Kit" was incredibly fun to use, allowing anyone to easily make popcorn with minimal cleanup and ingredients.
And the fact that it includes seasoning is a subtle but great perk; it quickly transforms homemade popcorn into something that tastes like it came from a shop!
It's great for making at home, but it also seems like it would be fun for outdoor situations like camping.
For more details on the product, please check the Japan Frito-Lay official website.
／#マイクポップコーン
作る楽しさを味わえる！ブランド初の手作りキット
『マイクポップコーン屋さん てづくりキット』発売！
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12月2日(月)より新発売 です✨
2種類の限定シーズニング付き！おうちで簡単、出来立ての美味しさ体験を是非お試しください🍿お菓子売場で探してみてくださいね♪ pic.twitter.com/bt7Kza9mXP
— マイクポップコーン 【公式】🍿 (@mikepopcorn_JP) December 2, 2024
