| Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from michaelrsanchez and more videos in the Japanese Cooking category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Edamame are immature whole green soybeans—the only vegetable with a complete protein that's similar to animal protein. And because they're actually kind of fun to eat, they're an excellent snack. . . and pretty tasty with beer, too. To complete this How-To you will need: A 3- or 4-quart pot Water 3 tbsp. salt 1 lb. edamame in pods, frozen or fresh A colander A sink 2 dishes or bowls Coarse sea salt Step 1: Fill pot & put on stove Fill the pot three-quarters full with fresh, cold water, and put it on stove on high heat. Step 2: Add salt Add 3 tablespoons of salt to the water. Step 3: Reduce heat & cook When the water comes to a boil, reduce the heat to medium high, add the edamame pods, and cook for 5 minutes. Step 4: Turn off stove & place colander Turn the stove off and place a colander in the sink. Step 5: Drain & cool Pour the hot water and edamame into a colander, and run cold water over the cooked edamame to cool it. Step 6: Place in dish Place the cooled, drained edamame in a dish. Tip: If you like, sprinkle the pods with coarse sea salt. Step 7: Eat To eat, press the pods between your fingers to push the beans out ... |
