Mole-Spiced Popcorn with Queso Fresco and Lime

A unique and addictive snack featuring air-popped popcorn tossed with a blend of mole spices, crumbled queso fresco, and a squeeze of lime.

Prep Time

5 minutes

Total Time

10 minutes

Calories

275 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

2 items

Cost

£0.80/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

12cupsAir-popped popcorn(From about 1/2 cup of kernels)

£0.75

1tablespoonAncho chili powder

£0.30

1teaspoonCumin(Ground)

£0.15

0.5teaspoonCinnamon(Ground)

£0.05

1teaspoonCocoa powder(Unsweetened)

£0.10

0.5teaspoonGarlic powder

£0.10

0.5teaspoonOnion powder

£0.10

0.5teaspoonSalt(Or to taste)

£0.01

2ouncesQueso fresco(Crumbled)

£1.00

1Lime

£0.40

2tablespoonsOlive oil(Or melted butter)

£0.25

Total Cost

£3.21

£0.80 per serving

Instructions

1.
Pop the popcorn using an air popper or on the stovetop according to your preferred method. Place popped popcorn in a large bowl.
2.
In a small bowl, combine the ancho chili powder, cumin, cinnamon, cocoa powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. This is your mole spice blend.
3.
Drizzle the olive oil over the popcorn.
4.
Sprinkle the mole spice blend evenly over the popcorn while tossing to coat.
5.
Add the crumbled queso fresco and toss gently to combine.
6.
Squeeze the juice of half a lime over the popcorn and toss again. Taste and add more lime juice if desired.
7.
Serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (55g)

275 kcal / 1151 kJ

Carbs

25g

10% of RDA

Fat

17g

24% of RDA

Protein

14% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

6 g

20% of RDA

Sugar

2 g

2% of RDA

Sodium

400 mg

17% of RDA

Saturated Fat

4 g

20% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Adjust the amount of spices to your preference. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.

If you don't have queso fresco, Cotija cheese or even a hard, salty cheese like Parmesan can be used.

Store leftover popcorn in an airtight container, but it's best enjoyed fresh.

Cooking Equipment

Air Popper or Large Pot with Lid

Large Bowl

Wine Pairings

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Mole-Spiced Popcorn with Queso Fresco and Lime

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