Make the most irresistible fiery snack in under 10 minutes! This Spicy Edamame with Garlic is insanely addicting and fool-proof. I dare you to have only one!
This Spicy Edamame with Garlic is unapologetically bold and unbelievably easy to make!
It’s sweet, salty, and (of course) spicy - just to keep you on your toes 😉 The burst of the fresh edamame beans beautifully balances the rich sauce for the perfect bite - in every bite.
This spicy garlicky edamame is SO good for movie nights, game days, or as a last-minute snack. If you want a full meal, these 10-minute Spicy Chili Garlic Noodles or Asian Garlic Noodles always hit the spot with this 5-ingredient Pan-Fried Salmon with Teriyaki Glaze for the most effortless dinner!
🥘 Ingredients
- Frozen Shelled Edamame: I love using frozen shelled edamame because it’s super accessible, has a long shelf-life, and is easy to have on hand for a last-minute snack or side!
- Oyster Sauce: This adds SO much flavor in just one ingredient. My favorite brand is Lee Kum Kee’s oyster sauce because it has the perfect balance of sweet and salty.
- Low-Sodium Soy Sauce: The oyster sauce already has saltiness and low-sodium soy sauce adds more depth of flavor without making the edamame too salty.
- Chili Oil: Use your FAVORITE chili oil here. There are only a few ingredients in this recipe, so use quality ingredients you love! I usually have my homemade chili oil - it’s packed with a ton of flavor and super easy to make!
🔪 Instructions
Ever wonder how restaurants make that delicious edamame with garlic appetizer? You’ll be surprised how easy it is to replicate at home.
Call me biased but I highly recommend making this garlic edamame recipe in big batches because it’s hard to stop eating once you start!
Make the Sauce
Start off by making that irresistible sauce. Combine the oyster sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, and your FAVORITE chili oil. Stir and set aside.
Cook Edamame
The frozen edamame is already cooked, so all you’ll have to do is reheat it - no need to defrost it!
Toss the frozen edamame in a pan or pot with a little water. Cover and allow them to steam until they’re tender and the water had evaporated. This should only take a couple of minutes and you’ll know they’re when they’re tender and vibrantly green.
Remove the edamame from the pan and set aside.
Add a little oil to the pan then saute the shallots and garlic until they’re soft. Pour in the sauce and cook for a few seconds. Toss in the edamame and stir until well coated.
Edamame comes in two varieties typically: Shelled or unshelled. The unshelled version is just the beans, which can be eaten straight and are great to use in stir-fries or fried rice.
Steam frozen edamame with a little water in a covered pan for a couple of minutes, then remove from pan.
Saute shallots & garlic, then pour in sauce. Combine then stir in edamame until well coated.
How to Serve Edamame
This edamame side dish is best served warm - and don’t forget to have an extra dish close by to discard the outer shells too!
Not sure how to eat edamame? No worries, I gotchu. Check the “FAQ’s” section below.
⏲️ Storage
Store any leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
👩🏽🍳 Key Tips
- No Defrosting: You can toss the frozen edamame straight from the freezer - no need to waste time defrosting!
- Checking Doneness: The edamame is already cooked, you’re just reheating it. Once the edamame pods are warm, tender, and vibrantly green, you can remove them from the pan. If there’s residual water, you can drain it.
- Adjust the Spice Level: Adjust the recipe to your spice level by tasting your chili oil. Add more or less depending on how spicy you like your edamame!
💭 FAQ's
No, they’re fibrous and tough to eat.
It’s easy! Pop the edamame pod in your mouth while still holding onto one end. Squeeze or bite the beans out of the pod, then discard the pod. You can serve the edamame with a small bowl to easily discard the pods.
Yes! You’ll just need to reheat them since they’re already cooked through.
Edamame is young soybeans that are plucked before they fully develop and harden. Edamame comes in shelled (with just the beans) and unshelled (with the pods).
Let's Get Cooking!
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Spicy Edamame with Garlic
Watch How to Make It!
Ingredients
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili oil homemade or store bought
- ½ teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
Ingredients
- ½ pound frozen edamame
- 3 tablespoon water
- 2 shallots minced
- 5 garlic cloves minced
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine sauce ingredients. Set aside.
- Heat a large wok or skillet on medium-high heat, then add in frozen edamame and water. Stir, cover, and allow water to cook off for 3 - 5 minutes. If some water still remains, drain and set aside edamame.
- Reduce the pan's heat to medium then add about a tablespoon of oil. Add shallots and cook until lightly golden. Add in garlic and cook for a few seconds, or until fragrant.
- Pour in the sauce and edamame, then stir until the edamame is well coated. Remove from the heat and enjoy!
Notes
- Oyster Sauce: This adds sweet, savory, and salty flavors all at once! It's sometimes available in the Asian aisle of some local grocery stores, otherwise, it's easily found at local Asian markets or on Amazon.
- Chili Oil: I always have a jar of my homemade chili oil on hand and love it for this recipe! I highly recommend it if you love spicy and garlicky flavors in your chili oil! If you don't have the extra time, store-bought works perfectly well too.
- Adjust the Spice Level: Adjust the recipe to your spice level by tasting your chili oil. Add more or less depending on how spicy you like your edamame!
Nutrition
Exact calculations may vary. For the most accurate nutritional information, use your preferred nutrition calculator, actual ingredients, and quantities used for the recipe. Please consult with your physician or registered dietitian if more precise nutrition calculations are needed for health reasons.
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Confused
"The unshelled version is just the beans"
"Edamame comes in shelled (with just the bean)"
You're contradicting yourself in this post.
Mikha S.
Thanks for pointing this out! I've corrected the post 🙂