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Vegan Sweet Chili Edamame
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Vegan Sweet Chili Edamame

Vegan Sweet Chili Edamame combines tender edamame pods cooked to al dente with a coating of sesame oil, garlic, sweet chili sauce, kosher salt, and toasted sesame seeds. The dish balances mild sweetness and savory-sesame notes, making it a flavorful, nutritious snack or appetizer. The recipe includes options for heat adjustments and garnishing with green onion.

Prep Time
3 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
8 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 118 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Asian-American Fusion

Ingredients

  • 10 oz edamame pods frozen
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 2-4 TBSP sweet chili sauce
  • 1/8-1/4 tsp kosher salt plus extra to taste if desired, tsp
  • 1-2 tsp sesame seeds toasted
  • 1 TBSP green onion totally optional!, chopped, to garnish

Instructions

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  1. Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a small pot or saucepan.
  2. Add frozen edamame and cook for 5 minutes or until tender but al-dente. I always test doneness by trying one first.
  3. Drain edamame and set aside.
  4. Next add your sesame oil to the pot, switching heat to medium. If the pot is crazy hot, give it a moment to cool to prevent burning the garlic.
  5. Add your garlic and cook until tender and fragrant. Next add the sweet chili sauce followed by your edamame pods, salt and sesame seeds. Toss or stir to coat. If desired, you can garnish the dish with sliced green onion.
  6. Feeling fiery? Let a little Sriracha or ground cayenne pepper in on the fun and take them from sweet to spicy! (y'all know heat is my weakness - lol)
  7. Transfer to a bowl and dive in while they're hot!

Notes

  • Boiling frozen edamame pods yields a firmer texture compared to steam-in-bag methods, which may result in mushiness.
  • If sesame oil is unavailable, substitute with preferred oils such as avocado or olive oil without significantly affecting the flavor.
  • Adding sliced green onion is optional but provides fresh garnish and mild onion flavor.
  • For increased heat, consider including sriracha or cayenne pepper when combining the sauce and edamame.
  • Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on specific ingredient brands used.

Nutrition Information

Calories 118kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 162mg (7%) Potassium 309mg (7%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 15IU (0%) Vitamin C 4.9mg (5%) Calcium 50mg (5%) Iron 1.7mg (9%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 118

% Daily Value*

Calories 118kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 162mg 7%
Potassium 309mg 7%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 15IU 0%
Vitamin C 4.9mg 5%
Calcium 50mg 5%
Iron 1.7mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.