Spicy Garlic Edamame

3 Freestyle Points 152 Calories
Spicy Garlic Edamame – extremely addicting!

Garlic, ginger, soy sauce, cayenne and honey, I’m sure you can imagine how addicting these are! These are finger-licking good, great as a snack, appetizer or side dish and super easy to make.

Flavor explosion with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. Trust me, make them once and you’ll be making them over and over again! Great for snacking while watching the game. If you make them, come back and leave a comment! I can’t wait to hear what you think.

Spicy Garlic Edamame – extremely addicting!


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Spicy Garlic Edamame

3 Freestyle Points 152 calories

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 tsp orange zest
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
  • freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce (or gluten-free soy sauce)
  • 1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 2 tsp canola or vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 5 cups edamame, in pod*

Directions:

  1. *If frozen, place edamame in a microwave-safe bowl and heat edamame for 2-3 minutes, or until defrosted.
  2. In a small bowl, combine orange zest, cayenne, sesame seeds and black pepper.  Set aside.
  3. In a small sauce pot, bring soy sauce, chicken broth and honey to a slow boil over medium heat.
  4. Continue to gently boil until sauce is reduced by half, about 5 to 6 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, heat a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  6. Add the oil, garlic and ginger and sauté for 30 to 60 seconds.
  7. Add edamame and orange peel/spice mixture and toss to evenly coat.
  8. Add sauce to the edamame, toss and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until sauce is slightly thickened and edamame is heated through.

Nutrition Information

Yield: 4 servings, Serving Size: 1 1/4 cups

  • Amount Per Serving:
  • Freestyle Points: 3
  • Points +: 4
  • Calories: 152 calories
  • Total Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 573mg
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 4.5g
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Protein: 10g
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Spicy Garlic Edamame – extremely addicting!
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posted September 29, 2015 by Gina
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