The Science of Popcorn: Flavacol Popcorn Salt Demystified
Flavacol is a seasoned salt used for popcorn seasoning. It is a fine flake salt that sticks to the popcorn and provides better coverage compared to ground salt. It adds buttery flavor and bright yellow color to popcorn, giving it a theater-style taste. Flavacol is made using the “Alberger Process” which removes minerals that can cause a bitter taste, resulting in a better buttery flavor. It contains Yellow #5 and #6 to produce a bright color. The net weight of Flavacol is 2 lbs., 3 oz. (35 oz.) (992 grams). It is Kosher and Pareve certified. Flavacol can be used in different quantities depending on the amount of popcorn being made. The ingredients of Flavacol include salt, artificial flavor, FD&C Yellow #5 Lake (E102), and Yellow #6 Lake (E110). The serving size is 1 tsp (7g) with 0 calories, 0g total fat, 2740mg sodium, 0g total carbohydrate, and 0g protein.
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