This spicy stir fried edamame is the perfect protein-packed appetizer that you can whip up in minutes and enjoy.
It has that hint of saltiness, the kick of chili and the deliciousness of garlic, all mingled together into one crunchy, slightly charred snack that you will find yourself coming back to again and again.
Edamame has gained a lot of popularity in recent years, and this recipe ticks all the boxes. It’s vegan, quick and easy to make, and you’ll need just a handful of ingredients to put it together.
I’ve recently been experimenting with a lot of Asian style sides, with my teriyaki veggie stir fry and Chinese steamed eggs on the top of my list of favorites.
The savory, spicy flavors of Asian cooking is almost always my go-to when I have to put something quickly. It’s like a win-win scenario for me, since cooking comes instinctively to me there.
And this time, I really wanted to go beyond the classic tofu and try something more interesting. And here we are!
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What's So Great About the Recipe?
The simplicity of this recipe is what makes it a winner in my books. This has to be one of the most effortless appetizers I've ever made, and I love how despite being so easy to make, it tastes so incredibly flavorful.
I also love how versatile edamame really is- I can pair it with pretty much any main I'm planning to whip up, and it'll work wonderfully with it.
Ingredients For the Stir Fried Edamame Recipe
Edamame: I used shell-on edamame here, but you could also use edamame beans if that’s what you prefer.
Soy sauce: Choose dark or light soy sauce, whatever you prefer.
Oil: Toasted sesame oil is a great choice if you want the edamame stir-fry to have a bit of Asian flavor. If not, you can use any neutral flavored oil with a high smoke point like sunflower oil or avocado oil.
Seasonings: I kept it simple here, and just used some garlic powder, salt, pepper and red chili flakes for that bit of heat. Sometimes, I love using my homemade peri peri seasoning too!
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitutions & Variations
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce to make the dish gluten-free.
- To make Italian style stir fried edamame, add some garlic bread seasoning mix or your favorite Italian mixed herbs into the mix.
- Want to bring a bit of tangy, citrusy flavor to the dish? Use lemon infused olive oil to make the edamame stir fry.
- For a more powerful garlic flavor, swap the garlic powder with some fresh garlic or air fried garlic.
How to Make Stir Fried Edamame
Step 1: Start by cooking the shell-on edamame in a pot of boiling salted water for about 5-7 minutes.
Step 2: Heat oil in a skillet over medium high heat and add in the edamame. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until they start to turn slightly brown and aromatic.
Step 3: Now add the chili flakes, garlic powder, pepper, salt and soy sauce. Toss well and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Step 4: Turn off the heat and garnish with chopped parsley or your favorite herbs.
💭Top Tip
If you don’t have a skillet, use a good quality non-stick pan or stainless steel pan to get the perfect char on the outside.
How Do I Store the Leftovers?
Store your leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. I wouldn't recommend storing them longer than that, as it can lose its texture.
You can reheat it in the microwave or in a skillet over medium heat.
Tips & Tricks to Nail the Recipe
- To balance out the heat in the dish and to lend it a bit of sweetness, you can also add a teaspoon of honey, maple syrup or agave into the skillet towards the end, after you have taken it off heat.
- To quicken it up, spoon some chili garlic oil over the edamame while it is still in the skillet and toss well.
- You can also sprinkle some sesame seeds or crushed toasted peanuts over the finished dish to lend it a bit of a nutty flavor.
- Throw in other veggies like broccoli, asparagus, carrots, mushrooms, baby corn and bell peppers to the skillet along with the edamame if you want it to be a mixed vegetable medley.
- Want the dish to have that umami deliciousness? Add a dash of oyster sauce into the mix.
- Sometimes, I also like to spoon some of my favorite scallion ginger oil over the edamame, give it a quick toss in a wok or a pan, and then serve it!
Serving Ideas & Suggestions
Serve this spicy edamame stir fry for lunch or dinner as a side dish with any of your favorite plant based meals. I love pairing it with my teriyaki tofu rice bowl or just some simple steamed rice and a drizzle of my fermented jalapeno hot sauce.
On days when I really want that extra bit of protein, I team this up with my bowl of cilantro chicken soup.
Recipe FAQs
Edamame is usually cooked with its shell on. To eat it, you need to use your front teeth to scrape the beans out of the shell, which is easy to do once it is cooked.
You definitely can! Just remember that if you're starting off with frozen edamame, the cooking time will be a bit longer than if you would have used fresh edamame.
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More Vegan Recipes
Looking for other recipes like this? Try these:
Spicy Garlic Edamame
Ingredients
- 2 cup edamame shell-on
- 1 ½ teaspoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 2 teaspoon oil
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Start by cooking the shell-on edamame in a pot of boiling hot water for about 7-8 minutes.
- Heat a skillet, add the oil and pan fry the edamame on high heat for 4-5 minutes or until they start to turn slightly brown.
- Now add the chili flakes, garlic powder, pepper, salt and soy sauce. Toss well.
- Sauté this for a few more minutes, take off heat and serve!
Notes
- To balance out the heat in the dish and to lend it a bit of sweetness, you can also add a teaspoon of honey, maple syrup or agave into the skillet towards the end, after you have taken it off heat.
- To quicken it up, spoon some chili garlic oil over the edamame while it is still in the skillet and toss well.
- You can also sprinkle some sesame seeds or crushed toasted peanuts over the finished dish to lend it a bit of a nutty flavor.
- Throw in other veggies like broccoli, asparagus, carrots, mushrooms, baby corn and bell peppers to the skillet along with the edamame if you want it to be a mixed vegetable medley.
- Want the dish to have that umami deliciousness? Add a dash of oyster sauce into the mix.
