By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 3, 2026
Serves 4
66 cal · 15 min
Garlic Edamame
Recipe GLPR41349694ea47e5
Tender edamame pods lightly sautéed with crushed garlic and olive oil until the shells turn golden brown. A simple, flavorful side dish that's perfect as an appetizer or snack. Serve with low-sodium soy sauce and wasabi for dipping.
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Ingredients
1 bag (10-12 oz) frozen edamame in the pod
3 cloves garlic, lightly crushed but left whole
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Coarse sea salt to taste
Low-sodium soy sauce for serving
Wasabi paste for serving (optional)
Directions
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the frozen edamame and cook according to the package directions, usually 5-6 minutes, until the pods are tender. Drain well in a colander and set aside.
Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the crushed garlic cloves and let them warm for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the drained edamame to the skillet (you may need to work in two batches depending on skillet size). Toss gently to coat with the oil and garlic, and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the outsides of the pods are lightly browned and crispy.
Season with coarse sea salt to taste. Transfer the edamame to a large serving bowl.
Serve alongside small individual bowls of low-sodium soy sauce and wasabi paste (if using) for dipping. Provide an empty bowl on the table for guests to discard the empty pods.
Comments
Edamame is consistently stocked at Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Walmart, ALDI, and Kroger—no special trip needed—but wasabi powder or tubes may require a second stop at Harris Teeter or a specialty grocer if you don't have it on hand. The 15-minute claim is honest for a weeknight: thaw edamame (or start with fresh), mince garlic, and sauté everything together, though if you're using fresh edamame you'll need to add 5 minutes of boiling time. At roughly $1.50 to $2.00 per serving depending on edamame source and wasabi availability, this is cheap, but the single-pot nature and quick finish make it a same-night appetizer rather than a leftover-friendly dish. It's ideal for a family starter or a quick side, requiring only basic knife skills and attention to the pan.
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