Edamame

wellhealthorganic.com Edamame: Discover the art of crafting two delightful Edamame Recipes. Delve into the simplicity of Japanese-style boiled and salted Edamame and indulge in the fiery zest of Spicy Chilli Garlic Edamame. These vibrant green soybean pods promise a healthy treat, perfect for snacking, brunching, or as a delightful side to complement any meal.

Edamame

  • Preparation Time: 5 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Cuisine: Japanese, International
  • Course: Side Dish, Snack
  • Diet: Vegan
  • Difficulty Level: Moderate

Ingredients:

  • For Cooking Edamame Beans:
  • 250 grams edamame, fresh or frozen
  • 3 cups water, or as needed
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for cooking the beans)
  • Salt, as required

For Spicy Edamame:

  • 2 tablespoons oil (any neutral oil)
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced, or 6 to 7 medium garlic cloves
  • 250 grams edamame beans, steamed or boiled
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes, or according to taste
  • ½ teaspoon white pepper 
  • 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce, or 1 to 2 teaspoons regular soy sauce, or as required
  • 2 teaspoons mirin
  • 1 teaspoon raw sugar, or as required (can substitute with ½ teaspoon of white sugar)
  • ¼ to ½ teaspoon salt, or as required

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Instructions:

Cooking Edamame:

  1. Bring water to a boil in a medium to large pot, adding salt.
  2. Once the water reaches a rolling boil, add the edamame beans.
  3. Cook uncovered for 8 to 12 minutes, adjusting time according to the freshness and size of the beans. For an instant pot, use the pressure cook function for 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Strain the cooked beans and optionally shock them in ice-cold water to preserve their vibrant color.
  5. Drain excess water and transfer the beans onto a serving plate.
  6. Sprinkle with salt, tossing gently to coat evenly. Serve hot, warm, or at room temperature.

Spicy Edamame Recipe (Soybean Chilli):

  1. Heat oil over low to medium-low heat in a skillet or frying pan.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
  3. Incorporate the cooked edamame beans into the skillet, stirring well to combine.
  4. Sprinkle in red chili flakes, white pepper or black pepper, and dark soy sauce, stirring continuously for about a minute.
  5. Season with salt, sugar, and mirin, continuing to sauté for an additional minute on low heat.
  6. Serve the spicy edamame hot or warm.

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Notes:

  • Light soy sauce or regular soy sauce can be used instead of dark soy sauce, adjusting quantities to taste.
  • Ensure to use fresh, vibrant green edamame pods, although frozen beans are also suitable. Frozen edamame will require less cooking time.
  • Various types of salt can be used, such as sea salt, pink salt, edible rock salt, kosher salt, or regular table salt.
  • Swap mirin with rice vinegar, adding a touch of sugar to balance the vinegar’s acidity.
  • Nutritional information provided is for cooked edamame and does not include the spicy garlic edamame.