Edamame

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A preparation of baby soybeans in the pod commonly found in Japan, China and Korea.

Edamame is a preparation of baby soybeans in the pod commonly found in Japan, China and Korea. The pods are boiled in water together with condiments such as salt, and served whole. Outside East Asia, the dish is most often found … see full wiki

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review by devora. November 16, 2009

posted in Gourmand

Tasty, Fibrous Pods of Happiness :)

Just like how bananas are often thought of as a happy fruit (they're smiley-shaped, afterall!), edamame are like happy, smiley soybeans! It's hard to believe that there was ever a time where I didn't enjoy edamame. I wouldn't touch them even if they were a complimentary app at a Japanese restaurant, but I gave them a chance a couple of years ago and they've really grown on me. In fact, I think I might be obsessed. Now my freezer is always stocked with at least a bag or two. … more

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review by noveleats. March 04, 2010

posted in Vegan Living

Edamame is So Versatile!

Lately I have been on an edamame kick, and it's probably thanks to having easy access through the nearby Trader Joe's and multiple Asian grocery stores. Easy to Prepare For one thing they are super easy to prepare as a snack food. Just toss the frozen soybeans in your steamer or boil on the stove for 10 or 15 minutes, add a little salt (or not) and then there you go. Perfect. Easy. Yummy. You … more

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Quick Tip by Sharrie. May 10, 2011

posted in Love Bites

A Quick Tip by Sharrie

A popular appetizer in the Japanese cuisine although if one has them in a Japanese restaurants, it's darn expensive! I found them in supermarkets in Shanghai 2 years ago at dirt cheap prices. All one has to do is to simply boil them and they serve as a great snack! My alternative to chips!

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Quick Tip by Clay_Miller. March 01, 2011

posted in Healthy Lifestyle

A Quick Tip by Clay_Miller

I just had edamame for the first time. I ate them steamed right out of the pod. Naturally tastes like buttered peas to me. Very tasty with lots of fiber. Will now be a staple for my weekly diet.

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