Air Fryer Edamame

I started making edamame in the air fryer on a whim one night when I wanted a snack that wasn’t chips, and it turned out so much better than I expected. The seasoning on the edamame adds tons of flavor, making this a savory snack that I keep coming back to. Every bit as good as the edamame you’d order from your local Asian joint.

I’ve been rotating it into the same lineup as our Air Fryer Frozen Potstickers and Asian Brussels Sprouts whenever I want something with those Asian flavors on the table fast.

My favorite trick is shaking the basket halfway through so every pod gets that browned, blistered look instead of just the ones on top. It’s a small step, but it makes a real difference in how evenly everything cooks. Even though you don’t eat the pods, they just look so good and I’m big on presentation!

Frozen edamame in the pod is what gives you that fun, hands on eating experience. Look for it in the freezer section near the other frozen vegetables. 

Soy sauce brings the salty, savory base. Low sodium works fine if that’s what you keep on hand.

Toasted sesame oil adds a nutty flavor that regular sesame oil doesn’t have, so try to track down the toasted version if you can.

Chili powder gives just a little warmth without making these spicy.

These are great on their own with a cold drink, but I also like setting them out alongside other appetizers for game night or a casual dinner in. They pair well with anything Asian inspired, so serve them next to fried rice, a stir fry, or a bowl of ramen.

If you want to turn up the heat, toss the finished edamame in a little chili crisp right before serving.