How to Make Sea Salt Edamame | Easy Japanese Recipe

Join Chef Sanjib as he demonstrates how to make the all-time favorite Japanese appetizer, Sea Salt Edamame. This easy-to-follow recipe requires just a few ingredients: edamame, salt, fresh red chilies, lemon, and soy sauce. Chef Sanjib shares his expert tips on preparing a fragrant soy dipping sauce that perfectly complements the saltiness of the edamame. It's the ideal dish to enjoy before your drinks arrive at the table. Whether you prefer your edamame warm or cold, this dish is a must-try for all Japanese food lovers.

Ingredients:

  1. Edamame
  2. Salt
  3. Fresh red chilies
  4. Lemon
  5. Soy sauce
  6. Flour (optional)
  7. Edible flowers (optional)

Cooking steps:

  • Place edamame in a bowl and generously coat with salt.
  • Let the edamame rest for 10 minutes.
  • In the meantime, prepare a soy dipping sauce by finely chopping fresh red chilies and combining them with soy sauce and a squeeze of lemon.
  • Boil water and gently add the edamame, stirring to dissolve the salt.
  • For frozen edamame, cook for 2-3 minutes. For fresh edamame, cook for 5-6 minutes.
  • Remove the edamame from the water and serve hot or cold.
  • Optional: sprinkle with soy sauce and garnish with edible flowers for a beautiful presentation.
  • To enjoy, break open the pods and eat the beans.
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