Spicy Caramel Corn with Almonds and Pepitas - Rick Bayless

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoon coarse sea salt
• 1 teaspoon pure chipoltle powder
• 3 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil
• 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
• 1 cup dry roasted almonds
• 1/2 cup pepitas (pumpkinseeds), toasted and salted
• 2 cups sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup corn syrup
• 5 ounces melted bittersweet chocolate (optional)
• Special Equipment: Candy or Deep Fry Thermometer