Chili-Lime Mukimame (or Shelled Edamame) is one of the most popular appetizers at sushi restaurants, and for good reason! These are sautéed in chili crisp, lime juice, and spices so you can have a protein-packed dish in about 5 minutes.
One of my favorite ways to eat edamame is with tons of chili sauce and lime for the perfect balance of spice, salt, and savory flavors. This recipe makes it one step easier by using shelled edamame, also known as mukimame, so you can dive right in. I love making Korean Beef Bowls for dinner and serving mukimame on the side!
The Coined Breakdown
- Total Cost per serving: $0.77
- Total Cost (4 servings): $3.07
- Those Other Guys: $4.99 per serving
Ingredients
- Frozen Mukimame- You can find this in the freezer aisle of most grocery stores, near the vegetables or the Asian cuisine! If they don't have mukimame, edamame in the shell is just fine.
- Chili Crisp - Grab your favorite chili crisp brand to level up our mukimame in spice and flavor.
- Fresh Lime - A squeeze of lime juice really ramps up the natural flavors of our legumes.
- Pure Maple Syrup - To combat some of the spicy chili crisp.
- Ginger and Garlic - This recipe uses a hint of ginger paste and lots of freshly chopped garlic, keeping in theme with the Japanese flavors.
Variations and Substitutions
Shelled Edamame: You can certainly use edamame in the shells instead. I'd recommend adding a little water to the pan so they steam and soften in their pods.
Chili Crisp Substitute: If you don't have chili crisp, try a combination of chili powder, dehydrated garlic, fresh ginger, and sesame oil.
How to Sauté Frozen Shelled Edamame
Mukimame is a simple Japanese dish to prepare, but it's filled with so many beneficial nutrients! Fiber, protein, vitamin K, and folate are just a small amount of the vitamins and minerals you get from just one serving (one cup) of mukimame.
Step 1: Since we're using frozen mukimame, start out by pouring the bag into a colander and running lukewarm water over them until they are thawed.
To a large skillet, add sesame oil and avocado oil and heat on medium heat.
Throw in the thawed mukimame, minced garlic, ginger paste, soy sauce, maple syrup, and chili crisp.
Step 2: Stir everything together as it begins to sauté.
After about five minutes, remove from heat and stir in the lime juice. Sprinkle on salt to taste.
That's it! Because we're using the shelled version, you and your family can dive right in and enjoy.
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Chili-Lime Mukimame (Shelled Edamame)
Equipment
- Colander
- Chef's Knife
- Large Skillet
- Citrus Squeezer
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
- 12 ounces frozen mukimame (shelled edamame)
- 3 - 4 count garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon avocado oil
- ½ teaspoon ginger paste
- 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 - 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup amount will vary by spice level of your chili crisp
- 2-3 teaspoons chili crisp amount will vary by spice level of your chili crisp
- ½ count lime
- 1 teaspoon salt plus any more to taste
- sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Defrost your mukimame (shelled edamame) by adding it to a colander and running lukewarm water over it until completely thawed.12 ounces frozen mukimame (shelled edamame)
- Mince your fresh garlic and set aside.3 - 4 count garlic cloves
- In a large skillet, heat the sesame and avocado oil on medium heat.1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon avocado oil
- Pour in the thawed mukimame, minced garlic, ginger paste, soy sauce, pure maple syrup, and chili crisp. Stir well.½ teaspoon ginger paste, 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce, 1 - 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup, 2-3 teaspoons chili crisp
- Sauté the mukimame for about 5 minutes, stirring consistently until the soybeans are heated through.
- Remove from heat, then pour the lime juice and salt over the mukimame. Stir well.Taste, and adjust any seasonings as needed.½ count lime, 1 teaspoon salt
- Sprinkle with optional sesame seeds and enjoy!sesame seeds
Hayoon Zhang says
This is a great protein packed snack for my prep days! The chili crisp makes everything taste good
Shani H. says
Right, I love a good chili crisp drizzle! Thank you for leaving a comment, Hayoon!