Edamame

Another poster asked that I share how I prepare my edamame.

Edamame or soy bean is a veg that is high in protein.  1/2 cup = 10 grams protein.

You can get it in the pod but don't eat the shell!
Or you can get it shelled. thats how I like it.

I keep my shelled edamame in the freezer and take out a 1/3 of a cup at a time for a high protein snack. I put it in a glass bowl with a piece of paper towel on top and steam it for about 3 minuets in the microwave. OR I boil it for a few minutes till somewhat tender.

I sprinkle with one of the following.
Mrs. Dash Butter
Cajun
Rice powder
Curry - Not my favorite!
little peanut oil tossed with orzo, tomato, red onion and seasame seed. DELISH!!!

How do you prepare yours?

This is funny, because I have recently become obsessed with edamame!  I actually just bought some tonight at the grocery store.  The kind I got is in individual packets to be steamed in the microwave.  I'm hoping it turns out great.

I nuke them.. I buy them from Costco. 

Keep in mind, if you are taking thryoid pills, wait 3-4 hours after you take your meds before you can eat soy products.

I love mine with sea salt!

Sea salt or garlic salt...or I add them with veggies and tofu and make a stir fry :) 

I love it but it does not go down.

I know they are so good for you... but I have a hard time thinking of soybeans as people food.  I grew up on a farm and at that time they were primarily used as animal feed.  Your dish sure looks good!

Trixie