Spicy Edamame Appetizer Recipe - Peas and Crayons (2024)

FAQs

How long to boil edamame? ›

To boil: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt it generously. Add the edamame, return to a boil and cook until bright green, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain.

You can reheat edamame from the refrigerator or frozen, in the microwave or air-fryer, or by steaming, boiling, or roasting. You can also add edamame to a stirfry. Take care not to overcook the edamame when reheating as the beans will lose their fresh green color and crispness.

Flavor-wise, edamame is slightly sweet (pea sweet, not berry sweet), while mature soybeans are a little more neutral-tasting.

Can I eat the frozen shelled edamame without cooking? Our shelled edamame beans are safe to consume without cooking as they go through a blanching process prior to being quick-frozen.

This will normally take between 5-6 minutes, although some suggest that they should be boiled for 20 minutes. They can then be eaten either hot or cold. If you've bought frozen edamame, you simply cook them as above for a couple of minutes. Note: Edamame should always be cooked thoroughly before eating.

COOK'S TIP. To determine if edamame beans are properly cooked, squash one between your fingers. The flesh should break apart and flatten out quite easily. If it doesn't, it needs to be cooked longer.

Optimal Consumption Period. Roasted edamame has a shelf life that varies depending on storage conditions. In the fridge, roasted edamame can typically last for about 4 to 5 days. To maintain freshness, one should store them in an airtight container to minimize exposure to moisture and other contaminants.

Edamame is a rich source of several essential nutrients, including commonly undercosumed vitamins and minerals, such as iron, magnesium, and potassium. Magnesium and potassium are commonly low in most American's diets due to overreliance on ultra-processed foods and underconsumption of fruits and vegetables.

Yes, plain edamame beans are non-toxic for most dogs and are fine in small amounts. They can eat them raw, steamed, cooked or frozen. However, dogs with an allergy to soya should never be fed edamame beans.

Is edamame a pea or a bean? ›

Edamame are young soybeans harvested before they ripen or harden. Available shelled, in the pod, fresh, or frozen, they are a popular, plant-based food that may be good for a person's health. Edamame beans are naturally gluten-free and low in calories.

Like other beans, edamame does not excessively raise blood sugar levels. It's low in carbs, relative to protein and fat. It also measures very low on the glycemic index, a measure of the extent to which foods raise blood sugar levels. This makes edamame suitable for people with diabetes.

Edamame is an excellent source of calcium. Pea has more niacin, however, edamame contains more pantothenic acid and folate. Both edamame and peas are high in dietary fiber and potassium. Edamame is a great source of iron and protein.

The edamame pods get a transformative kick from the simple spicy sauce of chili paste, garlic, miso, and soy sauce. It's fiery and punchy, with the perfect mix of peppery spice and aromatic garlic flavor. And miso gives it an extra oomph.

Broccoli is an excellent source of Vitamin C. Edamame has more thiamin and folate. Both edamame and broccoli are high in calcium, dietary fiber and potassium. Broccoli is a great source of Vitamin K.

Add 10 oz edamame pods (frozen) to the boiling salted water and cook, stirring once in a while, for 4–5 minutes, or until the soybeans are an al dente consistency. (Read the package instructions carefully and check if the soybeans are raw or cooked.

Boiling Edamame

Add in-shell edamame and cook until the beans inside the pods are tender about 5 minutes. Drain, rinse with cold water to cool, and season to taste before serving.

Boil for 4-5 minutes or until the edamame pods are tender. Drain the edamame and let them cool slightly before serving.