This Soy Sauce Popcorn Is Salty, Savory, and Spectacular

Sometimes the simplest additions make the biggest impact. You might not think soy sauce on popcorn would work, but it’s one of those surprising combinations you’ll be making on repeat once you try it.

It’s rich, umami-packed, and perfect for movie night or your late-night snack cravings. And with your Popper, this soy sauce popcorn is so easy (and fun) to make.

Check it out:

Soy Sauce Popcorn Ingredients

• ½ cup popcorn kernels

• 2 tablespoons oil 

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 1½ tablespoons soy sauce 

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ¼ teaspoon onion powder (optional)

• Pinch of white pepper

Soy Sauce Popcorn Directions

Step 1: Heat

Set your stove to medium heat and let your Popper preheat for 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 2: Add Oil and Kernels

Pour oil into the Popsmith and toss 3 kernels. When the first kernel pops, add the rest and cover the Popper.

Step 3: Turn

Crank the Popper clockwise while the kernels pop to prevent burning. No need to do this the whole time — the Popper was built to do the heavy work for you. 

Step 4: Remove

When popping slows to 1 to 2 seconds between pops, take the Popsmith off the heat and remove the lid.

Step 5: Make Soy Sauce Popcorn Coating

Melt unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and whisk in the soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder (if using), and white pepper until well combined.

Step 6: Combine

Pour the popcorn into a large bowl, then slowly drizzle the soy sauce butter mixture over it. Toss gently for an even coat.

Step 7: Serve

Serve your soy sauce popcorn immediately and enjoy!

More Soy Sauce Popcorn Tips

• Want your popcorn extra savory? Add ¼ teaspoon of nutritional yeast to the soy butter mixture. For a spicy kick, sprinkle a dash of togarashi or cayenne pepper.

• Soy sauce is pretty salty on its own. Taste the flavoring first before adding salt!

• If you want to level up your soy sauce popcorn, try it with nori strips, arare (Japanese rice crackers), or wasabi peas.

• Store any leftover popcorn in an airtight container, but eat immediately. It can get soggy fast.

Umami Satisfaction in Every Bite

Next time you crave a savory snack, remember this soy sauce popcorn. Simple yet impossible to stop eating, it’s the kind of treat you can make in a pinch when you have surprise guests over or want something satisfying at the end of a long day. 

Want more popcorn recipes? We have all kinds of inspiration waiting for you in the blog.