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spicy edamame in a large gray bowl surrounded by chopsticks and sesame seeds over white counter top

Spicy Edamame

5 from 4 votes
This spicy edamame recipe brings bold heat and umami flavors together for a healthy, protein-packed snack in just minutes!
Prep Time:10 minutes
Total Time:10 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: 30-minutes, Dairy-Free, Healthy, Summer, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 338kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp sambal oelek
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1-2 tbsp fuikake
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 lb frozen edamame thawed

Instructions

Cook the Edamame:

  • Choose one of the following methods to cook the frozen edamame:
    1 lb frozen edamame
  • Microwave: Place frozen edamame in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover with a damp paper towel or lid and microwave on high for 4–5 minutes, or until heated through.
  • Steam: Add frozen edamame to a steamer basket over simmering water. Cover and steam for 5–6 minutes.
  • Boil: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add frozen edamame and boil for 3–5 minutes. Drain well.

Make the Sauce:

  • In a large mixing bowl, stir together the sambal oelek, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, and furikake until fully combined.
    3 tbsp sambal oelek, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 tbsp toasted sesame oil, 1-2 tbsp fuikake, 1 tsp rice vinegar

Toss to Coat:

  • Add the hot, drained edamame to the bowl and toss well until evenly coated in the sauce.
  • Enjoy warm or at room temperature. Add extra furikake on top, if desired.

Notes

  • Adjust sambal oelek to control the spice level.
  • Use furikake sparingly; it adds saltiness and crunch.
  • Leftovers can be enjoyed cold or gently reheated.
  • Great as a snack, appetizer, or side dish with Asian meals.
  • For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lime before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2servings | Calories: 338kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 521mg | Potassium: 1097mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 48IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 6mg