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Published: Jul 29, 2022 · Modified: Apr 25, 2025 by chhavi

Airfryer Sweet & Salty Edamame

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Air Fryer Edamame - fresh or frozen edamame air fried with soy sauce, maple syrup, and chilli.Easy Vegan Snack!

This is surprisingly addictive! In spite of being a bit messy to eat, you cannot just stop eating it!

It's one of the most satisfying yet ready in 10 minute kind of recipe. One of those 2 am in the night, to satify the craving that you get for salty umami chips.

This is your midnight snack that's healthy.Trust me, the being helthy part is incidental. It's just so so delicious!I could write songs about it.

When I first air fried Edamame- i didnt think this recipe will make sense.You would think airfrying shelled edamame would make more sense right?

Well...if you have a bag of shelled edamame then yes..it makes sense. Don't go around shelling the edamame. Try this recipe first, it hits just the right spots!

So, depending on what you have, make this recipe or the air-fried shelled edamame. If you feel like something crunchy like peanuts, try air-frying edamame beans. If you have any doubts about Edamame, you should check my guide on how to eat edamame.

Also! Try airfrying peanuts if you haven't already!

Another great vegetarian appetizer that can be prepped ahead of time is stuffed mushrooms, and also sweet potato wedges. So so Good!

Why we love this edamame appetizer

Since the first time, I have made it several times in the air fryer. I serve it to guests, eat it while working, and have it as a snack. It's just so good!

  • Full of Vegan protein
  • A great Vegan Snack
  • Ready in less than 10 minutes
  • Satisfies any Salty spicy craving you have!
  • The shell takes on so much flavor and when you pop it in your mouth, it just bursts with flavor!
  • It tastes great even when it's cold.
Honey Chilli Edamame in the airfryer basket

I am sure you will be airfrying edamame a whole lot from now on! It's really simple to put toghether.

Ingredients for Sweet & Salty, Chilli Edamame

Here is what you need to make this crispy umami edamame

  • Edamame
  • Soy sauce
  • Maple Syrup or Sugar or Honey
  • Chili
Ingredients for Honey Chilli Edamame

Edamame

You need boiled/blanched edamame, still in the shell. You can use frozen or fresh edamame that's been pre-cooked.
If you have any more doubts about what's edamame and how to eat it, to take a look at my complete guide on how to cook edamame.


Soy Sauce- You can use light or dark. I personally like dark soy sauce here. You can also use coconut aminos instead.
Honey- I always have Raw local honey on hand. To make this dish vegan and completely plant based, substitute honey with maple syrup or golden syrup.You can also use coconut sugar or brown sugar instead.
Chili- I have used regular ground chili. Feel free to use chili flakes, ground chipotle chili or paprika here. If you want to reduce the chili

Another great substitute is chili oil! Because we are using dark soy sauce, you don't need salt. But if you are using light soy or coconut aminos, add a pinch of salt.

To eat edamame

Do not eat the outer covering.Pop the edamame in your mouth, suck out the beans.You will get some of that sauce from the outer covering and the edamame bean from inside.

The other way to eat these is to suck the pods in your mouth.I know that sounds messy on sooo many levels but try one!

This recipe is one of those craving satisfiers.

The mix of flavours - the saltiness from the Soy, the sweet stickiness from the honey and the hit of chilli.It's just the right mix! Another great high-protein vegan recipe is air fryer sprouted moong beans.

How to Air Fry Edamame

Here is a step-by-step description of how to air fry the edamame pods.

Step 1: Preheat the air fryer for 1 minute at 365°F or 180 °C

Edamame mixed with honey,chilli,soy and oil

Step2: Mix all the ingredients together and let it sit till the air fryer is hot.

Edamame in the air fryer basket

Step 3: Using tongs or spoon , Add the edamame to the airfyer basket.Reserve the left over marinade.Air fry for 12 minutes if using frozen edamame.If using thawed edamame, air fry for 10 minutes.

Step 4: Open the airfryer.Pour rest of the marinade over the edamame and Air fry for another minute.

Remove from the air fryer and enjoy hot or at room temperature.

Air fryer Whole Edamame in the air fryer basket

How long to air fry edamame

This depends on what kinds of edamame you are using

If using whole, blanched frozen edamame- Air fry for 12-13 minutes on 180C or 365 F

If using Fresh, blanched edamame- Air Fry for 10-11 minutes on 180C or 365 F. If you want to airfry-shelled Edamame, try my air-fried crunchy edamame recipe.

Air fryer frozen edamame

Can we use frozen edamame in the air fryer.Yes!

Frozen Edamame

I use frozen(pre blanched or boiled)Edamame straight in the airfryer.

The other way to do this is to thaw the edamame in a bowl of water for 3-4 minutes.But if you are airfrying edamame, i dont think its needed.

In the video, you can see my edamame is frozen.

You do have to air fry the frozen edamame for longer- for about 13 minutes at 180C or 365F.Thawed Edamame should be ready within 10 minutes.

Single Cooked Edamame

Fresh Edamame in Air fryer

To use Fresh Edamame in this recipe, Blanch the fresh whole edamame in boiling water for 8-10 minutes.

You can watch the video of blanching whole edamame here.

Serving Honey Chilli Edamame

If you are eating by yourself, I don't think you need any accompaniment.

If you want to serve this to guests, I would suggest you serve this along with some chips- nachos or Pita Chips and maybe a dip like my 5-minute yogurt dip.

Please let me know how your Spicy Edamame turns out in the comments! I love hearing from you.

Tried it? I’d love to know! Tag me or drop a comment below — your feedback totally makes my day.

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Air Fryer Whole Edamame

Air Fry Frozen or fresh whole edamame with soy sauce,honey and chilli!
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Cook Time: 12 minutes minutes
Servings: 3
Calories: 194kcal
Author: Chhavi

Equipment

  • 1 Air fryer

Ingredients 

  • 2 Cups Whole Edamame Pre steamed; Loosely packed.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce or use Coconut Aminos
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Chilli
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer for 1 minute at 180 C or 365 F.
  • Take the Edamame in a bowl.Add the soy sauce,honey,chilli and oil.
    2 Cups Whole Edamame, 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce, 1 tablespoon Honey, 1 teaspoon Ground Chilli, 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
  • Give it a mix.Let it sit till the air fryer is preheating.
  • Add the edamame in the air fryer basket.Reserve the left over marinade.Close and set the timer to 12 minutes.
  • At 12 minutes,sprinkle the left over marinade on the air fried edamame.Air fry for another 1 minute.
  • Remove from the basket and serve.

Video

Notes

Substitutions
Edamame- Use Frozen whole Edamame thats been pre blanched or precooked.If using thawed Pre blanched or boiled edamame, change the air fryer time to 10+1 minute.
Soy Sauce- Coconut Aminos
Honey- Maple syrup or golden syrup
Sesame Oil- Any oil
Ground Chilli- Chilli flakes or paprika or Chipotle chilli
How to eat Air fryer Edamame
Bite or suck the edamame directly in your mouth.That way you get the great flavour thats stuck to the pod.

Nutrition

Calories: 194kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 209mg | Potassium: 486mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 198IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 3mg

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