Recently a client asked me about Edamame. She heard of it, but had no idea what is was or what to do with it. Edamame is a soybean popular in Japanese cuisine. To prepare Edamame green soybeans in the pod are picked before they ripen. The pods are boiled in water or steamed. The pods are often cooled prior to serving, however can be served hot. Salt is a common seasoning.
Edamame is a rich source of carbohydrates, protein, fiber, and several vitamins and minerals.
Edamame can be consumed as a dish alone or added to different recipes. My son loves to eat them with just a bit of sea salt. I love to add them to stir fry or bean salads. Check out these 10 ways to enjoy Edamame.
Where can you find Edamame? Most grocery stores sell Edamame frozen in their pods and already shelled. So, just check out the frozen vegetable section for Edamame.
Check out this recipe by my favorite Food Network RD, Ellie Krieger, Edamame “Hummus“. Also try this recipe for Bean Salad that includes Edamame.
