Has anyone use the mushroom popcorn? If so, what is the ratio per oil to maker?
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I don't measure the amount of oil. I put a little on either side of the spinning blades. I would guesstimate about 2 TBs. Make sure you turn the machine off as soon as the poppings starts and then move the pan/cover away from the heating elements.
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This is a microwave popcorn maker only; product description did NOT state this clearly when I bought mine. Top rack for dishwasher; either oil or NO oil can be used. I have one of these & I was surprised when it arrived!! So very small--apx. 5 cups even though popcorn fluffs up when dumped out--I can eat two of these with melted butted on top :)
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I find this a great machine for popping corn with very little kernals left or none at all, I use corn oil as an oil, The Butter I will soften it up a bit in the microwave and only apply it to the top of the popper only after the corn starts popping, I find that if the butter is installed to early before the karnals start popping the butter tends to give off smoke and it gives the pop corn a burnt taste the machine is a good investment
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I use 1 to 3 table spoons of oil per 1/2 cup of popcorn. I use a Whirley Pop stovetop popper and that was their recommendation. I also use 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon Flavocal salt.
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Ghee holds up to high temps so you can use it the same as you would other oils. Either as oil to pop corn with or melt it and put it over popcorn.
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I have had NO problems and I use a tiny coating of oil which I put in before I turn it on maybe a minute before adding the popcorn. We have used this every night since we got it and love it. I have been very pleased to have no problems at all. Hope this helps.
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Hi there. Use 2 tablespoons of oil for every 4 oz. measuring cup of popcorn. I always buy the 3 in 1 packs of popcorn, oil, and seasoning for mine. It's so much easier. ���
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I never used oil instead I used smartbalance and put popcorn salt with that and it's delicious. You may want to put the butter on top just as it starts to pop. This popper doesn't get as hot as stir crazy. However because of that the popcorn isn't as hard. Good luck. Try using smartbalance and see if you like it. Use a lot.
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Yes, you can use oil. I use extra virgin olive oil because it's better for you and only very little. I put the popcorn in then drizzle a little oil, move the kernels around with a spoon or whatever to get the kernels a little coated, then microwave. I used to use the microwave bags, no more, I love this popcorn popper!!
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I have this corn popper and love it! This is my second, because I broke the first (my stupidity really) but I hope I am never without it!!! The popcorn is so much better than bagged microwave popcorn, and you know exactly what is in it. I have washed mine in the dishwasher many times and it has not affected the performance in any way. You can pop with or without oil!!!
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I have only used vegetable oil and it works great ! Have used this popper for many months now every weekend and it's brought a lot of joy to our Family movie nights ! :-)
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Use coconut oil. It's NOT better. Some people feel popcorn tastes better yellow (what??). Really, this stuff is awful. I have a full container- don't know what to do with it. Surely won't use it. Personally, I use good ol' peanut oil now.
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The instructions that come with the popper say you can reduce the oil to one teaspoon per batch (per 1/2 cup of unpopped corn). I have never done it without oil so I can't attest to this. I use organic coconut oil which has a very high smoke point, adds wonderful flavor to the popcorn and is a healthy fat. It is used by the body for energy very much like a carbohydrate is without raising blood sugar like carbs do. You may want to consider that option.
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By this company? I would think so .... the coconut oil is so good. I make my popcorn with it! YUM!
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No, It is actually a really good purchase...... most machines leave some un popped kernels, but when you use the correct amount of oil, it works great! A lot better than our old one! We use it for a business and pop about 5-6 batches per day and we are more than pleased with this purchase. From my experience, any un happy results are more than likely Operator Error.
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my answer is email the company and ask for it cause there are some good tips in that book. go on line and search for best ways to make popcorn, that will help. In a nut shell, use coconut oil, gourmet popcorn, and play around with the flavored salts. I love this popcorn maker!!!! tip: always use a low heat setting.
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Hello. I use regular popcorn and oil. I buy the $2.00 bag from Walmart and I use canola oil but anything is fine. I use real butter in my kettle also with the oil. I hope this helps you out.