How to Cook Edamame
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Learn how to cook edamame 4 ways: boiled, steamed, microwaved, and pan-seared. They're a delicious addition to salads, stir-fries, and more!
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Ingredients
- 1 10 ounce bag frozen edamame in the pod
- 2 cups water for boiled & steamed only
- ½ teaspoon salt plus more to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for pan-seared only
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Instructions
Boiled
- Add the water and salt to a medium pot and bring to a boil.
- Add the edamame pods to the boiling water. Boil for 4-5 minutes or until the edamame pods are tender.
- Drain the edamame and let them cool slightly before serving. Season with salt, if desired.
Steamed
- Add the water to a medium pot and bring to a boil. Place a steamer basket in a pot, ensuring the water does not touch the bottom of the basket.
- Add the edamame pods to the steamer basket and season with the salt.
- Cover the pot and steam for 5-7 minutes until the edamame pods are tender.
- Remove from the steamer and sprinkle with salt if desired.
Microwaved
- Place the edamame pods in a microwave-safe dish. Cover the dish with a microwave-safe lid, leaving a small vent.
- Microwave on high for 4-5 minutes or until the edamame is heated through.
- Season with salt and toss before serving.
Pan-Seared
- Heat a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil to the pan.
- Add the edamame pods and sauté for 4-5 minutes or until they develop a slightly charred exterior.
- Season with salt to taste. Remove from the pan and serve immediately.
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Notes
- The nurition label is for edamame pods only.
- Storage: Store cooked edamame in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a microwave-safe dish, covered with a damp paper towel, and heat on high in 30-second intervals until warmed through.
- Store cooked edamame in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat in a microwave-safe dish, covered with a damp paper towel, and heat on high in 30-second intervals until warmed through.
- Tips:
- Steam properly. When adding the steamer basket to the pot, ensure the water does not touch the bottom of the basket.
- When adding the steamer basket to the pot, ensure the water does not touch the bottom of the basket.
- Achieve pan-seared perfection: A hot skillet and a touch of olive oil results in a deliciously crispy texture. Give the edamame beans time to char on medium-high heat before disturbing them.
- A hot skillet and a touch of olive oil results in a deliciously crispy texture. Give the edamame beans time to char on medium-high heat before disturbing them.
- Season right after cooking. Sprinkle with salt, garlic powder, chili flakes, or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice immediately after cooking as the heat will help absorb the flavors.
- Sprinkle with salt, garlic powder, chili flakes, or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice immediately after cooking as the heat will help absorb the flavors.
- Season the water. Infuse the cooking water with fresh ginger slices or lemon wedges for a subtle hint of flavor.
- Infuse the cooking water with fresh
- ginger slices
- or
- lemon wedges
- for a subtle hint of flavor.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
2.5oz
Calories
117kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
7g
(2%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Trans Fat
0.01g
Sodium
301mg
(13%)
Potassium
309mg
(9%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
48mg
(5%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 117 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2.5oz | |
| Calories | 117kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Sodium | 301mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 309mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 48mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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