Each kernel produces only one "bloom" when it pops, although it can break into pieces.
For making popcorn, you should use about 2-3 tablespoons of oil per 1/2 cup of popcorn kernels.
The exact number of popcorn kernels in 1 cup can vary depending on the size and type of popcorn. On average, there are about 15-20 kernels in 1 tablespoon of popcorn. Therefore, in 1 cup (which is equivalent to 16 tablespoons), there could be roughly 240-320 kernels of popcorn.
Since rice grains are smaller than kernels of popcorn, therefore allowing less air space, a cup of rice would have more density than popcorn.
Approximately 2,500. I know this because I had to figure out about how much popcorn to buy for a project that used the kernels to show how many people there were in a certain population in our state. And yes, I counted out each and every one.
I was just wondering this myself, needing to make 24 C of popcorn on the stove. I found a good rule of thumb is that each 1 Tablespoon of kernels will give you slightly over 1 cup of popped popcorn.
As long as you use regular popcorn kernels with nothing added to them, it really makes no difference in the taste of the popcorn if you pop it in the microwave or in a popcorn maker. However, if you are using the packets of microwave popcorn that have added flavorings and fat, I would say that plain popcorn tastes better. If you want to make popcorn conveniently but without additives, I would recommend putting about a quarter of a cup of popcorn kernels in a regular brown paper bag along with about a teaspoon of vegetable oil and using that to pop the popcorn in the microwave instead of the microwave popcorn bags from the grocery store. You simply add the kernels and oil in the bag, seal it up tightly, then microwave for two to three minutes, until you hear the kernels stop popping. This is significantly healthier, cheaper, and better-tasting than store-bought popcorn.
To grow corn from popcorn kernels you must first sterilize them by taking the butter off of them. Then place them in a wet paper towel, using about four kernels for a experiment. Then fold the cloth so that you can see the kernels trough the cloth. Then place them in a small cup and water them frequently and keep up with the results.
About 12 13 kernels if 1 cup measuring cup can hold 165 dried corn kernels.
There are 128 fluid ounces in a gallon. Popcorn is typically measured by weight, not volume, so it's important to consider the density of popcorn kernels. On average, a gallon of popcorn kernels weighs about 5.5 to 6.5 pounds, which is equivalent to approximately 88 to 104 ounces. Therefore, there would be roughly 88 to 104 ounces of popcorn in a gallon, depending on the specific density of the kernels.
To make popcorn in an Instant Pot, add 1/4 cup of popcorn kernels and 2 tablespoons of oil to the pot. Close the lid and set to high pressure for 3 minutes. Once done, release the pressure and carefully open the lid. Season with salt or other toppings as desired. Enjoy your homemade popcorn!
The dictionary definition: Any of several varieties of corn whose kernels burst open and puff out when subjected to dry heat.
To airpop popcorn in the microwave, place 1/4 cup of popcorn kernels in a microwave-safe bowl with a microwave-safe cover. Cook on high for about 2-4 minutes, or until there are 2-3 seconds between pops. Be careful when removing the bowl from the microwave, as it will be hot. Enjoy your airpopped popcorn!