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Chili-Lime Popped Sorghum (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

The secret to popped sorghum is working in small batches. Using a paper bag and cooking only ⅛ cup at a time, you'll have perfectly popped sorghum.
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320kcal
Author Tessa

Ingredients

  • ½ cup uncooked sorghum grain*
  • 2 teaspoons coconut oil
  • ½ cup raw unsalted pepitas
  • 1 cup unsalted pecans
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon coconut sugar
  • 2-3 teaspoons fresh lime juice

Instructions

  • Place an ⅛ cup of the sorghum grain into a paper bag, folding down top. Microwave for 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer popped sorghum and remaining uncooked grains into a medium bowl. Repeat 3 more times for an ⅛ cup at a time. This will ensure you get a higher number of grains to pop.
  • In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, salt, and coconut sugar.
  • Place coconut oil in a medium saucepan. Bring to medium heat, and once oil is melted, add pepitas and pecans and toast for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and add the lime juice and half of the spice mixture. Stir to coat.
  • Pour pepita-pecan mixture into the bowl of popped sorghum. Add remaining spices. Stir to evenly combine and coat. Sprinkle with additional salt as desired.

Notes

*I've used Just Poppin brand and Bob's Red Mill with good results. Both can be found on Amazon.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 297mg | Potassium: 260mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 57IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 3mg