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Popcorn with Dried-Shrimp Salt

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Alex Lau

Can’t find dried shrimp? Straight up Old Bay and some salt will capture that “down the shore” vibe we’re after.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    4 Servings

Ingredients

2 tablespoons dried shrimp
1 teaspoon kosher salt
8 cups just-popped popcorn (from ½ cup kernels)
¼ cup olive oil

Special Equipment

A spice mill or a mortar and pestle

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Finely grind dried shrimp and salt in spice mill or with mortar and pestle.

    Step 2

    Arrange popcorn on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with oil; toss to coat.

    Step 3

    Sprinkle with some of the dried-shrimp salt and toss to coat, adding more to taste.

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