Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1-2 tablespoons hot chili oil (experiment to taste)

1/3 cup popcorn kernels

Preparation

Heat oil with 3 popcorn kernels in a 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, covered, until 1 or 2 kernels pop. Quickly add remaining popcorn, then cook, covered, shaking pan frequently, until kernels stop popping, about 3 minutes.

Butter & salt to taste.