How to Fry Edamame

Edamame beans may be small but they pack a nutritional punch.

Soy is generally associated with a thick milk that those with lactose allergies eat. However, the beans themselves are tender and succulent when cooked and eaten while green. Served in many Japanese restaurants as an appetizer, the beans are high in protein, fiber, and contain a variety of minerals and vitamins. While eating these beans steamed is the norm, frying them slightly in oil adds more flavor and texture to them, making them palatable to more people.

Things You'll Need

• Fresh or frozen edamame beans
• Large pot
• 1 tbsp. salt
• Stir spoon
• Colander
• Paper towels
• 1 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1 tsp. garic (optional)
• 2 tsp. seasonings (such as chili flakes or cumin)

Instructions

1. Fill the pot with enough water to cover the edamame beans. Place it on the stove and bring it to a rolling boil. Add the salt and stir to ensure they are combined.

2. Pour the edamame beans into the water. Cook fresh edamame beans for four minutes and five for frozen.

3. Place the colander over the sink. Pour out the edamame and water in to it, allowing them to fully drain. Run cold water over the beans, tossing them with your hands, until they are completely cool.

4. Allow the edamame to drip dry, shaking them gently to remove as much moisture as possible, and then pat them dry with a paper towel.

5. Pour the oil in to the wok and place it on the stove at medium-high heat. Swirl the pan to evenly coat the sides.

6. Add the garlic and seasonings to the oil, if desired. Stir them for one to two minutes until they are brown.

7. Pour the edamame in to the hot oil. Continuously stir them for one to two minutes until the skin has slightly browned and turned crispy.

8. Serve the edamame right away, with an extra sprinkle of salt on top. Eat by placing one end of the pod in the mouth and popping out the beans with your fingers or teeth.

Tips & Warnings

• A variety of seasonings can be used on the edamame according to what is desired -- a small amount of sugar or honey can also be added to make them slightly sweet as well as savory.

References

• Medicine Net: The Secret of Edamame
• BBC Food: Fried edamame beans with chilli
• Island Honda: Recipe Corner: Spicy Chili-Fried Edamame

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish