Soybean Poke (edamame!)

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. frozen edamame in shells
• 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1 tsp. toasted sesame oil
• 1 Tbsp. (3 cloves) finely minced garlic
• 1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
• 3 Tbsp. reduced sodium soy sauce
• coarse sea salt, to taste

Directions:

1. In a medium post, boil 2 quarts of water. Add the frozen edamame. Boil uncovered for 3-4 minutes, until the pods are thawed and tender. Drain thoroughly.
2. Meanwhile, combine both oils and the minced garlic in a medium sauté pan over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic is aromatic but not quite browned. Add in the prepared edamame along with the red pepper flakes and soy sauce, tossing to incorporate. Sauté for just 2-3 minutes longer to infuse the soybeans with the marinade.
3. Transfer to a large serving bowl. Add a pinch of salt over the top, if desired.
4. Enjoy hot or at room temperature.

Serves 4-6

Nutritional Information per serving: 89 g

Calories 140; Fat 7 g; Saturated Fat 1 g; Cholesterol 0 mg; Sodium 362 mg; Carbohydrate 9 g; Fiber 6 g; Protein 11 g

Recipe by Christy Hard, Sterling

Kansas State Fair Heart Healthy Recipe Contest

Snack Category – First Place