Can You Eat Edamame Raw?

No. Edamame beans are poisonous when eaten raw. They can cause nausea, diarrhea, vomiting and can also lead to long-term damage to organs and tissues if ingested in large amounts. so it's very important that you cook the beans before eating them.

Are edamame genetically modified?

It depends on the varieties. Some of them can be genetically modified, while others are non-GMO. To avoid GMOs, always look for organic or non-GMO certified edamame products.

My edamame beans came out super crunchy. Why is that?

It could be the actually pods that were packaged or that they needed a little more cooking time. Sometimes the pods harvested might have sat longer than the ideal time, which can result in beans being tougher. But I find that cooking them for a bit longer can help a lot. I recommend adding an extra minute or two in the skillet to soften them.

Edamame with Soy and Sesame Sauce

Description

A nutty and savory snack of edamame pods lightly fried in toasted sesame oil and tossed in soy sauce.

Ingredients

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150 grams edamame in pods
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon soy sauce
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Boil them. Boil the edamame pods for 3 to 4 minutes. Drain in cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Prep the skillet. Place a skillet over medium high heat and wait until it’s hot – about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the toasted sesame oil and swirl to coat the surface.
Cook the pods. Add the edamame pods and saute for about 2 to 3 minutes, until the pods are slightly charred.
Season the pods. Turn the heat off and add the soy sauce. Quickly stir until the sauce has evaporated.
Serve. Season with salt and ground black pepper and serve immediately.

Notes

This edamame snack is good hot or cold. For leftovers, transfer them to a storage container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 203
Sugar: 1.9g
Sodium: 150.1mg
Fat: 17.2g
Saturated Fat: 1.9g
Unsaturated Fat: 5.7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 5.8g
Fiber: 3.6g
Protein: 8.6g
Cholesterol: 0mg