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Steamed Edamame with Sea Salt

Simple and authentic Japanese steamed edamame pods tossed with fleur de sel. A light, protein-rich appetizer ready in under 15 minutes.

Total time
12 min
Servings
2
Calories
95
Protein
11g
Steamed Edamame with Sea Salt
japanesevegetarianappetizerlegumequick

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Bring water to a boil in a medium pot over high heat.

  2. Step 2

    Add edamame pods and 1 tablespoon of sea salt to the boiling water.

  3. Step 3

    Return to a boil and cook for 5–6 minutes until pods are tender and bright green.

  4. Step 4

    Drain pods in a colander and let sit for 1 minute.

  5. Step 5

    Transfer to a serving bowl and toss with remaining 1 tablespoon sea salt while still warm.

  6. Step 6

    Serve immediately. Squeeze beans between thumb and forefinger to remove from pod.

Tools you’ll need

  • Medium pot
  • Colander
  • Serving bowl
  • Spoon

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