Finger Licking Sesame Edamame

Get ready to elevate snack time with this irresistible Finger Licking Sesame Edamame! Bursting with bold flavors and a satisfying crunch from toasted sesame seeds, this easy-to-make dish combines tender edamame pods with a savory-sweet glaze made from soy sauce, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup for a vegan twist), garlic, and ginger. A touch of rice vinegar and optional red pepper flakes bring a perfect balance of tang and heat, making every bite an explosion of umami goodness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy and protein-packed recipe is ideal as an appetizer, side dish, or guilt-free snack. Serve it warm and watch as the whole family digs in, popping the flavorful soybeans straight from the pod! Keywords: Sesame Edamame Recipe, Healthy Snack Ideas, Vegan Appetizer, Asian-Inspired Dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 89/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 g edamame (in pods)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
• 1 tsp rice vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1 tsp ginger, finely grated
• 1 tbsp white sesame seeds
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• 2 tbsp water

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.

Step 2

Add the edamame pods to the boiling water and cook for 5 minutes or until the pods are tender and bright green. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and water to create the sauce.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and toast the sesame seeds for 1–2 minutes until they are golden and fragrant. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the prepared sauce and cook for 1–2 minutes until it slightly thickens.

Step 6

Add the cooked edamame to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 7

Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and red pepper flakes (if using) over the edamame.

Step 8

Transfer to a serving bowl and serve warm. To eat, gently pop the beans out of the pods using your teeth and enjoy the savory sesame flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	568.3 grams (568.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	813

Total Fat 42.00g	54%
Saturated Fat 5.30g	27%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1184mg	51%
Total Carbohydrate 63.70g	23%
Dietary Fiber 25.00g	89%
Total Sugars 27.30g
Protein 58.60g	117%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 394mg	30%
Iron 12mg	69%
Potassium 2159mg	46%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.6%

Protein: 27.0%

Carbs: 29.4%