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Alborotos

A traditional Honduran dish — alborotos are Honduras’s answer to caramel corn: fluffy popcorn tossed through a buttery golden caramel and studded with roasted peanuts until every kernel crackles with sweetness.

⏱ 10 minPrep time
🔥 15 minCook time
🍽 6Servings
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Alborotos

A traditional Honduran dish — alborotos are Honduras’s answer to caramel corn: fluffy popcorn tossed through a buttery golden caramel and studded with roasted peanuts until every kernel crackles with sweetness. Sold in little bags at school gates and movie nights, they are a beloved Central American treat.

Step by stepInstructions

  1. Pop the popcorn in a large pot with a little oil, shaking constantly, and transfer to a very large bowl, discarding unpopped kernels
  2. In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and salt, and cook over medium heat without stirring until the syrup turns deep amber, about eight minutes
  3. Remove from the heat and immediately stir in the butter, vanilla, and baking soda; the mixture will foam
  4. Pour the caramel over the popcorn, add the peanuts, and toss quickly with two spoons to coat evenly
  5. Spread the coated popcorn on a parchment-lined tray in a single layer and let it cool completely
  6. Break into clusters and serve, storing any leftovers in an airtight container

💡 Chef tips & storage

Work fast once the caramel is ready — it hardens quickly. A sprinkle of cinnamon or a pinch of cayenne makes a fun variation, and panela can replace the sugar for a deeper, molasses-like flavor.

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Recipe details

Prep10 min
Cook15 min
Servings6
CategoryAppetizer
PublishedAugust 17, 2026
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