TODAY'S SNACK: EDAMAME

Posted by Sandy Gluck

5 ounces edamame in pod (100 calories)
1 teaspoon coarse salt
Cook pods according to package instructions; toss with salt.

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Comments

[Linda Gail]

Looks great. Gives me an excuse to bring out my "sea salts". I use them as finishing salt on special dishes. And since this is very special, just like me, I can use the special salt.
Linda Gail:)

[Stefanie Schmidt]

This is the perfect snack. I love just eating raw edaname, and it is great in salads and stir frys too.

[Andiara Rossi]

Hi, I've just become a contributor of the site and would like to share a light, nutritious and delicious recipe with you all. I love arabian food and here is my finest creation:
Light Falafel Recipe

Ingredients:

250g chick peas drained
5 garlic cloves (approximately)
1 tbs flaxseeds
1 tbs sesame seeds
½ cup of flour
A pinch of salt
¼ cup of water
A few mint leaves (optional)
1 tbs lime juice (optional)
Arabian sour cream for garnish
Slices of lime for garnish
Olive oil for the pan

Preparation:

Mix all the ingredients in a food processor. Make any adjustments necessary (more flour, salt, water, etc). The result is a very dry paste. Work two spoons to shape the paste into quenelles. Fry them in a hot pan with 1 tbs of olive oil for every three or four falafels, turning them over till golden. (They can also go to the oven but become a little dry).

Serve with a slice of lime and Arabian sour cream for a snack or with a mixture of rice and lentils with caramelized onions for a nice dinner.

[Carolyn Fischer]

Re: recipe for Eddamame : Use salt - substitute for those of us on low-salt diet; add olive oil for a nice "company" side-dish.

[matt]

Edamame is the best! I also like the olive oil suggestion, as well.

Now if only we could get our 2 year olds to try them!