Mediterranean Popcorn with Za’atar and Feta

Why stick to your plain popcorn flavors when you can take your taste buds for a ride to the Mediterranean with this Mediterranean Popcorn with Za’atar and Feta. It's quick, easy and oh so yummy!

• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup popcorn
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 4 tsp za’atar
• 1/2 tsp coarse salt
• 1 tbsp crumbled feta
• 1 tbsp coarsely chopped fresh oregano leaves

Instructions:

1. In a large saucepan, heat vegetable oil and a single popcorn kernel over medium high, shaking now and then until kernel pops. Add remaining kernels and cook, shaking and agitating until popping subsides. Remove from heat and transfer to a large bowl.
2. In a small saucepan, combine olive oil and za’atar and heat until sizzling (about 1 minute). Drizzle over popped corn, mixing well to distribute. Toss with salt and sprinkle with crumbed feta and fresh oregano.

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Source: The Globe and Mail

Photo Credit to: Peter Power for Globe and Mail