Garlicky edamame

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Total Time
8 min
Prep
3 min
Cook
5 min
Serves
4
Difficulty
Easy
Edamame, the Japanese word for soybean, grow in clusters on bushy branches. To retain freshness, soybeans are­­ usually parboiled and frozen. Edamame, a rich source of protein, have been enjoyed for over two thousand years in East Asia. This recipe contains just 5 simple ingredients and can be made in under 10 minutes. Salty and tasty, edamame is perfect for snacking. In addition to making a delicious snack, you can serve edamame with chicken teriyaki or other Asian inspired dishes.

Ingredients

Dark sesame oil

1 tsp

Jarred minced garlic

2 tsp

Shelled edamame

10 oz, frozen, thawed

Table salt

½ tsp

Cayenne pepper

tsp, or to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the edamame, salt, and cayenne; cook, stirring, until heated through, about 4 minutes. Yields 3/4 cup per serving.