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Edamame Salted Soybeans

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Edamame Salted Soybeans are a beloved Japanese appetizer, offering a simple yet incredibly satisfying snack. These vibrant green soybean pods are lightly steamed or boiled, then seasoned with a sprinkle of sea salt, highlighting their naturally sweet and nutty flavor. Perfect for sharing, they are a healthy and delicious way to start any meal or enjoy as a light snack.

5 minPrep
🔥7 minCook
12 minTotal
👥4Serves
Edamame Salted Soybeans
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Japanese
🥨 Appetizers
Step by Step
1
Prepare the Edamame
If using frozen edamame, do not thaw. Rinse the pods thoroughly under cold running water to remove any ice crystals or debris.
2 min
2
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Adding a pinch of salt to the water can enhance flavor.
5 min
3
Cook the Edamame
Carefully add the rinsed edamame pods to the vigorously boiling water. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the pods are tender-crisp and vibrant green. For steaming, place edamame in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for 5-8 minutes.
7 min
4
Drain Thoroughly
Promptly drain the cooked edamame in a colander, shaking well to remove excess water. Transfer the hot edamame to a large serving bowl.
1 min
5
Season with Sea Salt
Immediately sprinkle 1 to 2 teaspoons of coarse sea salt evenly over the hot edamame. Toss gently but thoroughly to ensure all pods are coated while they are still warm.
1 min
6
Serve and Enjoy
Serve the salted edamame warm or at room temperature. Provide an empty bowl for discarded pods, and encourage guests to pop the beans directly from the pods into their mouths.
0 min
Tags
JapaneseappetizersEdamame Recipehealthy snackvegetarian

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