Spicy Chili & Sesame Edamame Pods
A quick, savory snack featuring protein-rich edamame tossed in toasted sesame and chili flakes. Perfect for stabilizing blood sugar and keeping hunger at bay.
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Before you start
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Equipment
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Time saver
Edamame is a fantastic batch-prep snack. You can steam a larger batch and store the unseasoned pods in the fridge for up to 3 days, eating them cold or quickly reheating them.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Bring a small pot of water to…
Bring a small pot of water to a boil, or place the frozen edamame pods in a microwave-safe bowl with a splash of water.
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Boil or microwave the pods for 3…
Boil or microwave the pods for 3 to 4 minutes until they are bright green and heated through.
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Drain the water completely and transfer the…
Drain the water completely and transfer the hot pods to a serving bowl.
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Drizzle lightly with sesame oil or olive…
Drizzle lightly with sesame oil or olive oil, then toss generously with your preferred amount of dried chili flakes and coarse sea salt.
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Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the…
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the top, tossing one more time so the seeds and spices stick to the pods.
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The nutrition underneath
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Eating these is an active process
Eating these is an active process. Place the pod in your mouth and use your teeth to gently scrape the beans out, discarding the fibrous outer pod in a separate bowl.
Edamame is a fantastic batch-prep snack
Edamame is a fantastic batch-prep snack. You can steam a larger batch and store the unseasoned pods in the fridge for up to 3 days, eating them cold or quickly reheating them.
If you prefer a milder flavor
If you prefer a milder flavor, swap the chili flakes for a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a dash of garlic powder.
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