Step 1

First get all your ingredients ready.Make sure to buy popcorn kernels and not normal corn kernels.Take a thick bottomed pan with lid, I used my pressure cooker.Add 2 tbsp oil to it.

Step 2

Swirl the pan so that oil is evenly distributed. Heat oil.

Step 3

Once oil is heated add a kernel to check.

Step 4

It will pop up in few seconds.This is the right temperature we need.

Step 5

Now add 1/2 cup popcorn kernels.

Step 6

Give a quick stir.

Step 7

Add it,give a quick stir and cover it with a lid.Cook in medium flame.

Step 8

It will start popping. Now lift the pan from flame and shake it for 2 seconds then place in flame. Repeat this in intervals.

Step 9

Let the kernels pop fully. Once the popping sound is stopped, you can switch off flame.

Step 10

Open and give a quick mix. Remove from flame.

Step 11

Check see all the seeds are completely popped.

Step 12

To a tadka pan add 1 tbsp butter, let it melt.

Step 13

Add melted butter at the sides.

Step 14

Add salt to taste. Wipe off the lid inner surface with a dry cloth.

Step 15

Close with the lid and shake well for butter and salt to coat evenly.

Step 16

Thats all Butter Popcorn is ready.