Description
Furikake is a savory Japanese seasoning that can be used to brighten the flavor of cooked rice and vegetables. In this recipe, we use it to boost the yum factor of protein-packed edamame.
Ingredients
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- 12 oz. frozen edamame, shelled (I got mine at Trader Joe’s)
- 1 nori sheet (found in the Asian aisle at your grocery store)
- 1 Tbsp. sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp. red chili pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp. sea salt
- 2 tsp. toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 cup purple cabbage, finely shredded
Instructions
- Cook the frozen edamame according to package directions. Drain, rinse, and transfer to a mixing bowl. If using fresh edamame, simply remove the fuzzy outer shell and deposit the inner gems in a bowl.
- Meanwhile, tear the nori sheet into small pieces and add them to the bowl of a food processor. Run the food processor until the nori turns into small flakes.
- Use a rubber spatula to scoop the nori into a small bowl. Stir in the sesame seeds, red chili pepper flakes, and sea salt. Mix to combine. This is your furikake seasoning!
- Add the purple cabbage to your bowl of edamame and toss with toasted sesame oil. Sprinkle in the furikake and stir to coat completely; adjust seasonings to taste.
- Enjoy warm as a side to your favorite Asian-inspired dish (like our Coconut Crusted Tofu with Sweet Chili Sauce).
Notes
This edamame is also delicious and refreshing served chilled. Set it in the fridge for a couple of hours to allow the flavors to co-mingle and intensify. Once cool, you can serve the edamame in lettuce cups for a light lunch or over soba noodles with baked tofu for a healthy dinner.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 2.6 g
- Sodium: 154 mg
- Fat: 7.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 7.9 g
- Protein: 10.1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg