Edamame in the air fryer turn blistered and savoury, brilliant with garlic, chilli and a salty soy toss — a high-protein, plant-based snack. Here's how.
Key takeaways
Q: How do you cook edamame in an air fryer?
A: Toss edamame pods with oil and air fry at 180°C (360°F) for 6–8 minutes, then toss with garlic, chilli and salt.
Q: Do you eat the pods?
A: No — squeeze the beans out and discard the pods.
Times & temperatures
| Type | Temp | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Pods (from frozen, thawed) | 180°C / 360°F | 6–8 min |
The recipe
Air Fryer Edamame
Ingredients
- 200g edamame pods
- 1 tsp oil
- Garlic, chilli flakes
- Soy or sea salt
Method
- Toss pods with a little oil.
- Air fry at 180°C for 6–8 minutes.
- Shake once.
- Toss with garlic, chilli and salt.
130 kcal
11g protein
8g carbs
5g fat
5g fibre
Tips
- Thaw frozen pods and pat dry first.
- Toss seasoning after cooking so it clings.
- Squeeze the beans out — don't eat the pods.
Frequently asked questions
How do you cook edamame in an air fryer?
Toss the pods with a little oil, air fry at 180°C for 6–8 minutes until blistered, then toss with garlic, chilli and salt or soy.
Do you eat edamame pods?
No — you squeeze the beans out with your teeth and discard the fibrous pods; the seasoning on the outside flavours them as you do.
Can you use frozen edamame?
Yes — thaw and pat them dry first so they blister rather than steam in the air fryer.