Finger Licking Sesame Edamame
Get ready to elevate snack time with this irresistible Finger Licking Sesame Edamame! Bursting with bold flavors and a satisfying crunch from toasted sesame seeds, this easy-to-make dish combines tender edamame pods with a savory-sweet glaze made from soy sauce, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup for a vegan twist), garlic, and ginger. A touch of rice vinegar and optional red pepper flakes bring a perfect balance of tang and heat, making every bite an explosion of umami goodness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy and protein-packed recipe is ideal as an appetizer, side dish, or guilt-free snack. Serve it warm and watch as the whole family digs in, popping the flavorful soybeans straight from the pod! Keywords: Sesame Edamame Recipe, Healthy Snack Ideas, Vegan Appetizer, Asian-Inspired Dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 g edamame (in pods)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp ginger, finely grated
- 1 tbsp white sesame seeds
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Add the edamame pods to the boiling water and cook for 5 minutes or until the pods are tender and bright green. Drain and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and water to create the sauce.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and toast the sesame seeds for 1–2 minutes until they are golden and fragrant. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the prepared sauce and cook for 1–2 minutes until it slightly thickens.
Add the cooked edamame to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and red pepper flakes (if using) over the edamame.
Transfer to a serving bowl and serve warm. To eat, gently pop the beans out of the pods using your teeth and enjoy the savory sesame flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
812 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.0 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1184 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.7 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.0 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.3 g | ||
| Protein | 58.6 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 394 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 2159 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
