When faced with a selection of flavored popcorn, I could be counted on to gravitate toward the sweet side: Caramel. Kettle. Chocolate-drizzled.
That is, until the day a friend sent me a recipe for sriracha popcorn. I. Was. Hooked. I never realized how over-the-top sweet my choices had been till I tried a more savory version. The balance was perfect and I've not looked back.
My latest creation?
This completely addictive buffalo popcorn.
Game-day season is here, and with it comes buffalo everything. There are wings, of course. But also nachos, dips, mac 'n' cheese, cauliflower โ you name it.
So why not popcorn?
The subtle kick of wing sauce is a delicious counterpart to traditional caramel corn, and it couldn't be easier to whip up. Dial the heat of the sauce up or down to suit your preference. Add a bit of cayenne to spice things up further if you like and I love the tang of some ranch seasoning.
Serve up a bowl of this popcorn next weekend!
Images via Sheri Silver