Sesame-ginger edamame

Edamame (eh-dah-MAH-meh), the Japanese name for soybeans, are harvested when the soybeans are still green and sweet tasting. You can find these green wonders in any supermarket these days, usually frozen. Thawing them is easy and can be done by simply running water over them. This dish takes only 12 minutes to prepare and yields a ton of family-friendly flavor. Make your meal meat-free and let these beans be your main dish with some steamed brown rice, shaved carrots and quickly sauteed bell peppers and onions or serve these alongside some roasted chicken or pork. Kids will enjoy popping these little beans in their mouth.