Vegan Air Fryer Sesame Edamame

Frozen edamame. Buy beans that are still inside their pods, so you get that contrast of a crispy outer pod with soft beans on the inside. You can use either frozen edamame or microwave it. Thawing it under running water can help, too. And since most edamame is already salted, you don’t need to do much work to add extra flavour.

If you can’t get edamame pods, or if you prefer, this recipe works just as well with mukimame (Japanese for soybeans without their shells).

Vegetable broth. To add moisture to the dish. You can make it at home, or use storebought. If using the readymade, look for a low-sodium option, so the edamame is still a heart-healthy, balanced dish.

Sesame seeds. A 2-in-1 ingredient: adds a crunchy texture and boosts the nutritional profile. You can use both white or black sesame seeds. Just make sure to purchase them in small quantities to maintain freshness.

Pink Himalayan salt. For a balanced seasoning. It has less intense saltiness than regular salt, so works great here. But remember, a little goes a long way. So start small and gradually increase the quantity.