Edamame with Sea Salt

Name: Edamame with Sea Salt
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 12 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 1 lb frozen edamame in pods; 2 tbsp kosher salt (for boiling water); 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt (such as Maldon)

Bright green young soybeans boiled in salted water and finished with flaky sea salt - the simplest and most satisfying Japanese bar snack. Ready in minutes and naturally protein-rich.

12 minEasyServes 4120 cal/serving

JapaneseAppetizerStovetopVeganLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

1 lb frozen edamame in pods
2 tbsp kosher salt (for boiling water)
1/2 tsp flaky sea salt (such as Maldon)

Instructions

1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 2 tbsp kosher salt (for boiling water) - the water should taste noticeably salty.
2

Add 1 lb frozen edamame in pods to the boiling water and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until pods are tender and beans are bright green and cooked through.
3

Drain in a colander and shake off excess water.
4

Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle immediately with 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt (such as Maldon) while still hot so the salt adheres. Toss to coat.
5

Serve warm or at room temperature. Squeeze beans directly from pods to eat.

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Questions

How do I know when Edamame with Sea Salt is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 2: cook until pods are tender and beans are bright green and cooked through.

Is Edamame with Sea Salt low-carb?

A serving of Edamame with Sea Salt carries 6 g of carbohydrate, 4 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 30 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 6 percent.

Does Edamame with Sea Salt contain soy?

Yes: 1 lb frozen edamame in pods. The full allergen list for this entry is soy. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Edamame with Sea Salt?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 120 calories, with 14 g protein, 6 g carbohydrate and 6 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 420 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Edamame with Sea Salt?

Refrigerate what is left of Edamame with Sea Salt within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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