Easy roasted edamame (mukimame)

Make an easy side dish, appetizer, or snack using frozen shelled soy beans right from the freezer. You don't even need to thaw them first - just take them from the freezer right to the oven! I like to make a bowl of these when we have Asian inspired meals and put the bowl in the middle of the table for everyone to munch on and share while we eat. Even the toddlers will usually enjoy them this way (one usually will eat them very easily; the other will only eat the very roasty ones). Shelled soy beans are also referred to as mukimame (while edamame is generally used while still in their pods). I'm using edamame here as it is a more familiar term for most people. Either way, they are a simple and tasty snack! The outside gets golden and toasty flavored, while the inside stays creamy. I like mine topped with a fair amount of sea salt, but you can do this part to taste. You can also top them with some toasted sesame seeds for a bit of added flavor and crunch, and to compliment to toasted sesame oil.

Yield: 4 servings

Easy Roasted Edamame

ingredients:

• 2 cups frozen shelled soy beans
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons roasted sesame oil
• sea salt, to taste

instructions:

How to cook Easy Roasted Edamame

1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
2. Drizzle the olive oil on a rimmed sheet pan. Spread out the frozen edamame on top. Drizzle with the sesame oil.
3. Roast on the lower rack of the oven for about 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through. They are ready when they are golden and tender.
4. Season with sea salt, to taste. Serve immediately.

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