Japanese
Steamed Edamame
Easy · 10 min
Serves 4JapaneseVegetarianVeganDairy-freeGluten-freeNut-free
Salted soybeans in the pod — the simplest, most satisfying bar snack. Pop, eat, repeat.
10 minTotal time
4Serves
3Steps
JapaneseCuisine
Method
Boil
Boil edamame in salted water 4 minutes until bright green.
Why: Brief cooking keeps beans tender, not mushy.
Cook from hereDrain and season
Drain well. Toss with flaky salt and sesame oil if using.
Why: Good drainage prevents watery pods.
Cook from hereServe
Pile in a bowl and serve warm.
Why: Edamame are best eaten immediately while warm.
Cook from here
Chef's tip
Sprinkle togarashi chilli powder for a spicy Japanese pub-style version.
