edamame

origin:

edamame are fresh green soybeans that can be eaten in the pod or by themselves. edamame is a japanese word derived from the words ‘eda’ which means “branch” and ‘mame’ that stands for “bean”. the beans were first cultivated in china over 7000 years ago but it took until the year 2000 that they began to appear in europe and other western countries more regularly. edamame grows on small bushes with three peas per hanging pod and does best in the full sun and well-drained soil. they are typically harvested by hand to avoid damage to the crops’ stems and leaves. in europe the green soybeans are known best but there are many different varieties and soybeans can also be brown or black. 

properties:

edamame are a great plantbased source of protein. just 1 cup contains almost 19 grams of protein. they further contain about 14 grams of carbohydrates, 8 grams of fibre and 8 grams of fat. for a plantbased source, edamame are high in iron, vitamin K, copper, manganese and folate. in fact, just this 1 cup delivers 52% of the recommended daily intake for vitamin k and more than 100% for folate.

benefits:

edamame has taken part in many research studies and has been linked to breast cancer prevention in women and prostate cancer prevention in men, a lower cholesterol, a reduction of blood sugar levels and bone loss in elderly people, and decreased symptoms of menopause in women. the vitamins and minerals found in edamame provide healthy blood, bones and the connective properties between cells.

use:

edamame beans in the pod are usually served as a starter to an asian dish. without the pod they form a great high protein filling for salads but are also great in miso soups. edamame, like most other beans, have a mild taste which makes them very versatile. for example: a good way to up the protein in guacamole and make it more satisfying, is to mix it with a cup of edamame. Same color, same taste, but more filling!

Got hungry? come by and visit our vegan restaurants in the city centre of Groningen and hamburg. we offer fresh, healthy, and delicious vegan bowls, salads and juices for pickup and delivery! and yes, we also have edamame. you should try our tokyo teriyaki bowl!