How to Deliciously Cook Edamame in the Summer
Edamame is a top choice for summer dishes, but few people know how to cook it deliciously. Edamame is very nutritious and has a cooling nature, making it perfect for summer consumption. Therefore, to answer the question of how to cook edamame deliciously, here are a few summer edamame recipes for you:
I. Boiled Edamame
Ingredients: Edamame, scallions, ginger, Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, fennel seeds, cinnamon, a little fine salt
Method:
1. First, wash the prepared edamame thoroughly in clean water, making sure to clean off the fine hairs as much as possible, and set aside. Slice the scallions and ginger and set aside. Wrap the prepared spices in a cheesecloth to make a spice packet and set aside.
2. Place an appropriate amount of water in a pot, bring to a boil, then add the prepared edamame and a suitable amount of fine salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for about 7 minutes before turning off the heat.
3. After boiling, let the edamame continue to soak in the pot for six hours before removing. When boiling edamame, you must use plenty of water, but do not add more water during the cooking process. To keep the edamame bright green, cooking uncovered is the key; only then will the edamame's color be more beautiful.
4. To make the edamame more flavorful, you can snip small openings at both ends before boiling. This allows the various flavors in the broth to better seep into the edamame. However, this method makes the texture a bit watery, so those who don't like this texture should avoid this method.
II. Bamboo Shoots and Edamame Salad
Ingredients: 125g edamame, 100g bamboo shoots; Seasonings: 3g ginger, 3g salt, 2g pepper, 3g MSG, 5g sesame oil, 30g soy sauce
Method:
1. First, clean the prepared bamboo shoots, place them in a bowl, add some water, and steam in a steamer for about 1 hour. Then, remove the tough parts from the steamed bamboo shoots, dice them, and set aside.
2. Mix the seasonings in a bowl to make a marinade. Remove the edamame from the pods and boil until cooked. Remove, drain the water, and place on a plate. Then, top with the diced bamboo shoots and pour the seasoned marinade over it.
III. Zha-Jiu (Pickling Brine) Boiled Edamame
In many people's summer diets, "zha-jiu" (foods pickled in a special brine) is almost a staple on every household's table. Some people even marinate both meat and vegetables in the pickling brine before eating, which creates an extraordinary flavor. Using zha-jiu brine to marinate edamame not only saves the trouble of frying and stir-frying but also makes the taste more delicious. So, how do you make delicious zha-jiu edamame?
Method:
1. First, soak the edamame in clean water, then remove the fine hairs on the surface and discard the dirty water. Next, add 1 large spoonful of flour and 1 small spoonful of salt and mix with the edamame. This method effectively removes dirt from the surface of the edamame. After appropriate cleaning, trim the edamame as needed.
2. Place an appropriate amount of water in a pot and bring to a boil. Add a suitable amount of baking soda to the pot, then add the edamame. Boil uncovered for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat, cool the edamame in cold water, and finally rinse with purified water and drain. Then, prepare a clean container, add the edamame, and submerge them in the zha-jiu brine. Finally, refrigerate for 3-4 hours before eating.
IV. Saltwater Edamame
Ingredients: 500g in-shell edamame, Seasonings: oil, salt, dried red chilies, cinnamon, star anise, cooking wine
Method:
1. Thoroughly wash the prepared edamame, then snip off the tips at both ends and set aside. Place the edamame in a pot, add water to cover them, and at the same time, add 50g of dried red chilies, one piece of cinnamon, 3 star anise, and sprinkle in an appropriate amount of salt. When adding salt, note that the water should be saltier than usual for better flavoring.
2. When boiling the edamame, add a little oil. This will keep the edamame fresh and green after cooking and also better enhance its tender texture. Alternatively, you can add an appropriate amount of cooking wine, which can give the edamame a light wine aroma.
3. Finally, bring the edamame to a boil over high heat, then cook for about 25 minutes before turning off the heat and serving.
Faced with the question of how to cook edamame deliciously, the methods above are all great options. They are not only easy to prepare but also very delicious, making them perfect for summer consumption.