Jalapeño Popcorn

1 . Stage

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced jalapeños; cook and stir until browned and crispy, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a small plate with a slotted spoon.

2 . Stage

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Put 4 popcorn kernels into oil and cover until popped; add remaining kernels to the saucepan in an even layer. Cover and remove from heat, about 30 seconds. Return to heat and gently shake the pan back and forth over the burner until popping slows to several seconds between pops, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and transfer to a large bowl.

3 . Stage

Pour melted butter evenly over popcorn. Lightly sprinkle ranch dressing mix over popcorn; mix to combine. Crumble jalapeño slices and mix in.