Edamame
I think one of the reasons we put on weight over winter, sorry I’m generalising to make myself feel better. I mean one of the reasons I put on weight over winter is because all the delicious summer snacks like berries and yoghurt and all those healthy, low-calorie foods don’t seem nearly as appealing when it’s so cold.
All I want is something that will warm me up. When mum rang me the other day asking if I’d like anything from the Asian supermarket inspiration struck. ‘Ooh yes could you please get me some frozen edamame if they have them?’
I’d heard that they’re super easy to make at home and are just as good as what you get at your local Japanese.
Edamame
It’s true. They are a super simple snack to whip up and it’s just like eating a bowl of vegetables only so much tastier. Plus they satisfy the craving for warming snacks on cold winter days.
The ingredients
This is what the packet looks like. No mistaking whats inside with packaging like that.
Frozen edamame
You don’t need to (nor should you) defrost them before you cook them so it’s straight from the freezer to the pot.
Cooking
Bring a pot of salted water to a rolling boil. I did a bit of Googling before I cooked my first batch and the most important tip was to have the water boiling before you put the edamame in.
Once it’s at a rolling boil, throw in the frozen beans and set a timer for 5 minutes. You do not want to over-cook them!
Draining
As soon as the timer goes off, tip them into a strainer and shake them around to get rid of the liquid.
Salting
Add half the salt and give them a good toss.
Eating
Sprinkle the edamame with extra salt to taste. I like them quite salty.
Edamame
Serve them straight away. Just a side note for anyone who hasn’t had these before, you suck out the beans on the inside and leave the shell. Enjoy!
What about you? What’s your winter go-to snack?
Edamame
Edamame just like the Japanese restaurants
Ingredients
- 200g (7oz) frozen edamame
- 1 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
- Add the frozen edamame and cook for 5 minutes.
- Strain the edamame and sprinkle with salt.
- Serve warm with extra salt if you desire it (only eat the beans inside).
Notes
Makes a snack for 2 people
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Alastair on January 5, 2017 at 8.43 am
I love these little guys!! I had them at a pub not to long ago they stir fried them with chilli flakes and some other ingredients. They were so good I must have eaten 2 lbs of the stuff. LOL. Tho I would like to get a recipe like that to make at home, any ideas?
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Claire on January 19, 2017 at 2.45 pm
I’d say cook them like this then into a hot wok for a few minutes with the chili? Sounds delicious!
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Sally on July 14, 2013 at 2.55 pm
Doesn’t the extra salt (hardening your arteries) undo the goodness of the beans?
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Claire on July 14, 2013 at 3.39 pm
Haha probably Sally but it’s so good!
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Hotly Spiced on July 6, 2012 at 6.01 pm
What a great pre-dinner snack and so good for you too. You have a great mum. She’s always there for you and it seems you do so much together. xx
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Claire on July 6, 2012 at 7.33 pm
Yes I do Charlie! x
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Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella on July 6, 2012 at 4.57 pm
I wish I loved edamame beans more. They’re ok but I don’t know, they just don’t do it for me really :(
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Claire on July 6, 2012 at 7.32 pm
I love them!
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Maureen @ org*smic Chef on July 6, 2012 at 4.15 pm
I’ve never had these at home either but I think I can follow the recipe :)
We’re pretty slim in Asian markets up here but I’m crossing my fingers on this one.
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Claire on July 6, 2012 at 7.32 pm
Apparently you can buy them fresh too but I’ve never seen them.
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Corrie on July 6, 2012 at 3.34 pm
I ALWAYS order edamame when I got to Kens sushi bar in Bexley North… Have you seen the little key chain edamames you can buy? The little bean pops in and out of the pod with a cute little face. So kitsch but so cute! :-)
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Claire on July 6, 2012 at 3.41 pm
Aww cute!
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