Edamame in Kung Pao Sauce

Elevate your weeknight meals with this bold and flavorful Edamame in Kung Pao Sauce! Tender, protein-packed edamame is stir-fried with fragrant garlic, ginger, and fiery dried red chilies, then coated in a glossy, homemade Kung Pao sauce featuring soy sauce, hoisin, and a touch of rice vinegar for tang. Crunchy roasted peanuts add texture, while green onions and optional sesame seeds provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is a vegan-friendly twist on a takeout classic and can be enjoyed as a savory side dish or served over rice for a satisfying main. Perfect for fans of Asian-inspired cuisine, this dish is bursting with umami and spice in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Frozen shelled edamame
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
• 4 pieces Dried red chilies, broken into halves
• 1 cup Roasted peanuts
• 3 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1.5 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the frozen shelled edamame and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until tender. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and water. Stir until smooth and set aside.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.

Step 4

Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic, ginger, and dried red chilies. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 5

Add the cooked edamame to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes to coat the beans in the aromatic oil.

Step 6

Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet and stir until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the edamame, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the roasted peanuts and sesame oil, mixing everything thoroughly.

Step 8

Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish or over rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(731.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1870.4

Total Fat 140.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 45.5g
Cholesterol 1.0mg	0%
Sodium 564.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.8g	0%
Total Sugars 29.3g
Protein 92.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 431.0mg	0%
Iron 13.6mg	0%
Potassium 3107.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.9%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 18.7%