Do you need to buy the packaged corn/oil mix, or can I use my own? Thinking about this for a Christmas gift.
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No. You can use your own; however, buying the packages comes in handy because you just snip the top and pour. If you have a Smart and Final near you, they sale the packages in a case and they have a one year shelf life.
1440325
You can use any kind of popcorn; it doesn't have to be the packaged mixes. It comes with a measuring spoon for oil and a measuring cup for the popcorn.
1666692
Yes. We purchased the popcorn packages from Amazon, the packages or "kits" contain the corn, oil and seasoning. Results are excellent
896751
No, you have to buy that separately or make it fresh. I bought a mix right from Amazon.
1014849
My husband is the one that prepares it. He does add butter to prepare it and then after its done he adds powder butter (he doesn't like it soggy), powder cheddar and chipotle for more flavor! He loves his popcorn machine :)
1623512
You can if you want but I believe it would be unsanitary and unhealthy. It might be better to use a smaller amount and add oil and throw away the remainder.
1217537
I did try it with no oil or butter on the corn and it didn't stick as well as when I used the melted spread. It didn't just fall off either, so I guess it depends on how you want it to be. It's very nice, fine salt, but it's not sticky. Hope this helps!
1968751
I actually just bought the machine and sent it to family in El Salvador. My cousins who use it use any kind of whole kernels with vegetable oil.
1921247
I have had excellent popcorn with no sticking using both the pre-measured packs and using my own. This is from another questions and answer site: "I use bulk corn and coconut oil. Start with a heaping tablespoon of (solid) oil and 1/3 cup or corn. Don't treat it as rocket science. Adjust to your liking from there." I suspect you are either trying to use some other oil than coconut, or your machine is faulty. Anyone that thinks they can substitute a healthier oil like canola oil and get great results should have their head examined. Coconut oil has been used for ages successfully.
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OK best oil to use on this is brand name: Mazola which is a Mexican brand for corn-oil. I've used it for mexican flour chips, fish, poultry, deep-fried tacos/burritos and has worked awesome. Highly recommend it. I use a gallon size contianer.
1810183
We have never added oil or butter or anything else, when using this popper. 1/3 (heaping is OK) cup of popping corn into the bowl of the popper with a condenser in the bottom, and let 'er rip in the microwave until you don't hear any more popping. Dump it into a bowl, then add melted butter and salt, or whatever you like. Be careful not to go too long on the popping time, because it will burn and blacken the kernels.
273283
No you need oil to out in there. Its easy to use. My husband and kids enjoy it
1235538
yes i can use r store-bought popcorn and regular oil but to get better quality its better to use popcorn oil and salt
1388689
Good question. From what I find you can mix with any of those oils. Should not be used with baby oil or any other mineral oil
1000755
This is not a topping. It is an oil similar to what the movie theater uses to pop the corn in. You use a couple of tablespoons instead if your regular oil.It will take a couple of times for you to figure out how much to use so it suits your taste.
1951574
I had the same concern after I had purchased some off flavor from the same type. I contacted great northern the told me to contact amazon. Also I was concerned that they advertised coconut oil but the packages state it could be a blend of oils. I started buying the bulk corn, 100% coconut oil by the gallon, popcorn flavoring by the gallon and popcorn salt. You will come out about the same with expiration dates and 100% coconut oil if you buy your own, no guessing.
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I think most of these products are just mineral oil packaged in different ways, with different names. In fact, if you can find plain mineral oil in a local store it will be much cheaper. As long as the main ingredient is mineral oil, and it is food safe, I think you are fine.
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The popped corn is fine without adding oil, and since there's no need for it, I do not always add oil.