How to Cook Edamame - Cooking Times

Compare cooking times and preparation for Edamame. Times vary with portion size, cut and heating conditions; check the tips for each method below.

Legumes

Season: Summer

Preparation

Trim both ends with scissors (helps flavor absorb). Rub with salt

Cooking Times by Method

Boil

3-5 min

From boiling water

Rub with salt before boiling. Use 4% salt water

Stir-fry

5-6 min

Steam-frying works great. Char marks add nice flavor

Microwave

3-4 min

200g at 600W. Sprinkle with salt and wrap

Steam

5-7 min

Umami stays in and it's delicious

Common Mistakes

Storage & Use PlanTips & dates

Storage Time Guide

No sourced storage estimate is available for this vegetable yet. Follow the pack instructions and set your own use date below.

Estimates assume fresh produce stored as described. Freshness and temperature affect storage; these dates do not guarantee safety. Follow pack dates and instructions. Do not eat food showing spoilage, regardless of the date.

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Edamame Cooking FAQs

How long to boil Edamame?

Boil Edamame for 3-5 min (From boiling water). Rub with salt before boiling. Use 4% salt water

How long to microwave Edamame?

Microwave Edamame for 3-4 min. 200g at 600W. Sprinkle with salt and wrap

How long to stir-fry Edamame?

Stir-fry Edamame for 5-6 min. Steam-frying works great. Char marks add nice flavor

How long to steam Edamame?

Steam Edamame for 5-7 min. Umami stays in and it's delicious

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