Mexican Popcorn

INGREDIENTS
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 * 6 ounces Cotijta cheese, crumbled
 * Zest of 1 small lime
 * 1 teaspoon chili powder
 * 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
 * 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
 * 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
 * 1/2 teaspoon salt
 * 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
 * 2 tablespoons peanut oil
 * 1 cup popcorn kernels

INSTRUCTIONS

 * 1) Add the cotija cheese and lime zest to a small bowl and mix well, set aside.
 * 2) To a small bowl add the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, coriander and salt. Set aside.
 * 3) Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium low heat, keep warm over low heat.
 * 4) Place a large 3 quart or larger pot with a lid, over medium-high heat.
 * 5) Add 3 or 4 kernels and place the lid snuggly on the pan. When you hear the kernels start to pop, add the rest of the kernels, replace the lid. Give the pot a shake back and forth.
 * 6) When you start to hear the popping slow down, turn off the heat. Pour the popcorn into a large bowl.
 * 7) Pour the warm butter over the popcorn and add the spice blend, toss to mix well.
 * 8) Top with the cotija cheese mix.