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Close-up of a bowl of perfectly steamed edamame pods with a sprinkle of sea salt and a small dipping bowl of soy-sesame sauce on a light matte background.

Perfectly Steamed Edamame: A Simple, Nutritious Snack

A simple, nutritious, and flavorful snack made by steaming edamame pods, enhanced with sea salt or optional seasonings for added flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 4 people
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • Steamer basket
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Serving bowl

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh or frozen edamame in pods
  • 1 tbsp sea salt divided
  • ½ tsp smoked salt or garlic salt optional, for added flavor

Optional Dipping Sauce

  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • ¼ tsp rice vinegar

Instructions
 

  • If using frozen edamame, thaw for 5 minutes.
  • Place edamame in a steamer basket over boiling water. Steam for 5-7 minutes or until tender.
  • Toss the hot edamame with 1/2 tbsp sea salt, adding additional smoked or garlic salt if desired.
  • In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar to create a dipping sauce (optional).
  • Serve the edamame warm with the dipping sauce on the side if desired.

Notes

For a touch of heat, sprinkle some chili flakes over the edamame after steaming. Adjust salt levels to your preference.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 11gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Edamame Recipe, Healthy Snack, Japanese Appetizer, Steamed Edamame
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