Edamame are green soybeans that are picked before they've matured. They are a healthy alternative to meat-based sources of protein with the added benefits of being cholesterol-free and a source of vitamin C.
The first time I ever had edamame was at a fondue restaurant, and when they were brought to the table they were still in the pod. Not having any idea at the time what edamame was or how to eat them, I ate them in the pod. I strongly suggest that you do not do that! They are not meant to be eaten. Since then I have had them here and there, and since finding them in the frozen section at Trader Joe's, I've started buying them and have been trying to incorporate them into our meals more.
Last year, while vacationing in California, my husband and I had a spicy edamame dish that was amazing. I'm not exactly sure how they were made, but they included serrano peppers- they were so spicy we couldn't even finish the dish. But, they were delicious.
These edamame are reminiscent of that dish, but are not nearly as spicy. The cayenne pepper does give them some kick, so if you are not a huge fan of spicy, I'd recommend using less cayenne. And if you really like spicy, I think some minced jalapeno or serrano peppers would be a great addition.
Ingredients:
Cooking spray
1 ¼ cups frozen shelled edamame, thawed
1 teaspoon olive oil
½ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Salt, to taste
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a 9x13 inch glass baking dish with cooking spray.
Place the edamame into a small bowl and add the olive oil. Add the spices. Stir well to combine and coat the edamame evenly.
Spread into a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Bake uncovered until the edamame begin to brown, 15-20 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Enjoy hot.
Yields: 2-3 servings
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