Popcorn Shrimp Popcorn

Name: Popcorn Shrimp Popcorn
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 5 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/4 cup popcorn kernels; 2 3-ounce packages Two 3-ounce packages instant ramen noodles; 3 cups cooked popcorn shrimp (purchased or frozen, prepared according to package directions); 1 cup wasabi peas

Recipe GLPRce026da9de54bf

Snack

30 min

374 cal

Servings: 8

Stovetop

SNAP eligible

A crunchy, savory snack mix that combines buttery popcorn, crispy fried ramen noodles, seasoned popcorn shrimp, and spicy wasabi peas. This adventurous mix brings together multiple textures and bold flavors—perfect for a party or shared appetizer that delivers satisfying crunch in every bite.

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Ingredients

5 tablespoons vegetable oil

1/4 cup popcorn kernels

2 3-ounce packages Two 3-ounce packages instant ramen noodles

3 cups cooked popcorn shrimp (purchased or frozen, prepared according to package directions)

1 cup wasabi peas

Directions

Heat 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering and nearly smoking, carefully add the popcorn kernels to the pot. Place the lid on the pot, slightly ajar, and heat while shaking the pot periodically until all kernels have popped. Transfer the popped popcorn to a large bowl and set aside.
While the popcorn pops, soak the ramen noodles in warm water for about 4 minutes until softened. Drain and gently separate the noodles, then pat them dry with paper towels. Heat the remaining 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering and nearly smoking, about 2 minutes.
Spread one-third of the dried ramen noodles in a single, even layer in the hot skillet. Fry for about 3 minutes until the bottom is golden and crispy. Using a spatula, carefully flip the noodles and fry the other side for another 2 minutes until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat this process two more times with the remaining ramen noodles.
Once all the ramen noodles are fried and cooled, break them into small, bite-sized pieces. Prepare the popcorn shrimp according to the package directions if not already cooked.
In the large bowl with the popcorn, add the broken crispy ramen noodles, cooked popcorn shrimp, and wasabi peas. Toss everything together until well combined. Season to taste using the flavor packets that came with the ramen noodles. Serve immediately while the snack mix is still warm and crispy.

Comments

Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff4

This is a snack mix, not a meal: eight servings means about half a cup per person, which works for a party but not weeknight dinner. All five ingredients are available at any Charlotte chain without a special trip—popcorn shrimp live in the frozen section at Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Publix, Walmart, and Kroger, wasabi peas are a standard snack aisle item. The stated 30 minutes is honest: pop the corn, toast the mix in a skillet or oven, toss everything together. At roughly $12–14 for the whole batch, it runs $1.50–1.75 per serving, which is reasonable for a party snack. The real caveat is shelf life—it will absorb moisture and go stale within hours unless sealed in an airtight container, so this is a same-day dish for a gathering rather than a make-ahead or leftover situation.