Pickles and popcorn go hand in hand if you are from Southeast New Mexico!
The staple snack combo is available at baseball game concession stands and movie theaters alike and is unique to this region of West Texas and Eastern New Mexico. The tangy pucker of vinegar in pickle juice lifts the salty nature of the popcorn for a flavor mashup that heightens the experience of any summer blockbuster film or buzzer beater athletic competition. If you are looking for a new twist on the classic food experience of popcorn and pickles, give this dill pickle popcorn a try.
Ingredients
- 12 cups popped popcorn
- 1 teaspoon dry dill weed
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon coriander
- ¼ teaspoon dry mustard
- 2 tablespoons pickle juice
Instructions
- Combine the dry spices to make the dill pickle seasoning mix.
- Drizzle the hot, fresh popcorn with pickle juice. Toss to coat.
- Sprinkle with the spice mix and toss again to coat.
- Enjoy your combined pickle and popcorn experience!
Article written by Kaity Hirst and originally published in Focus on Carlsbad 2022 Summer edition.
