Name: Frozen Edamame Beans Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon oil ((canola, vegetable or avocado)); 1 fresh red chili ((minced)); 1 clove fresh garlic ((minced)); 1 tablespoon fresh ginger ((minced)); 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 cups frozen edamame beans ((250g))

Frozen edamame beans are cooked quickly with ginger, garlic, chili and soy sauce for a delicious veggie side dish.

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Cooked edamame beans on a white plate next to two spoons.

Last Updated on April 25, 2025 by Betty Davies

Made with frozen edamame beans, this Asian inspired side dish is full of vibrant flavors. Cooked with garlic, ginger, chili and soy sauce, this and easy recipe is ready to serve in less than 10 minutes.

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Frozen edamame beans are a great veggie to have to hand in your freezer, if they are something you don’t usually buy, go grab a bag now, I promise you’ll use them all the time!

This edamame side dish is inspired by Chinese cuisine, with flavors of fresh ginger and garlic, a little red chili for some added spice and wonderfully rich and salty soy sauce.

With some very basic prep, this vegetable side comes together so quickly all in one skillet on the stovetop and it’s a delicious accompaniment to lots of different mains.

Be sure to check out my Carrot and Green Bean Bundles and Air Fryer Frozen Green Beans too!

Why you will love this recipe!

Good for you: High in protein and fibre, and rich in vitamins and minerals. Find out more about the health benefits of edamame beans.
Quick: Easy to prep and cook, this is a great last minute veggie side dish.
Delicious: If you are a fan of Chinese food, you are going to love this recipe! So simple but so flavorful!
Dietary info: This frozen edamame bean recipe is vegan and dairy-free.

Green beans with red chili served on a white plate.

Ingredients Notes

Garlic, chili and ginger: For the best results, use fresh ingredients. Finely chop and mince them so that mix well with the cooked beans. You can use ready to use pre-minced ingredients if you prefer to cut down on prep time.
Soy sauce: This gives a rich umami and salty flavor to the finished dish. Use dark rather than light for the best flavor.
Edamame beans: Frozen edamame beans require no prep and cook quickly.

How to cook frozen edamame beans

Be sure to scroll down for the full recipe!

Soften the garlic, chili and ginger in a skillet with the soy sauce (photo 1).
Add in the frozen beans (photo 2).
Stir and cook til the beans are cooked through (photo 3).

Three photos to show how to cook frozen edamame beans.

Recipe Variations

Make this recipe gluten free by using Tamari sauce rather than soy sauce. Adjust the amount of red chili according to your tastes, or skip it altogether if you don’t enjoy spicy foods. You can use fresh edamame beans rather than frozen if you have them to hand. They will require slightly less cooking time.

Serving Suggestions

These edamame beans are great to serve alongside Asian main dishes. Try them with:

Make Ahead and Storage

Once made, the beans will keep well in the fridge for 2 to 3 days in an airtight container. Reheat them quickly on the stovetop to warm them through.

It’s so easy to turn frozen edamame beans into a delicious tasting side dish in just a few minutes. The aromatic flavors of garlic, ginger and soy sauce with a little heat from red chili, turn these humble beans into a dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners, as well as for entertaining.

Recipe Notes and Tips

Mince the garlic, chili and ginger as finely as you can.
Use ready to use chopped garlic, ginger and chili to cut down on prep time.
Adjust the amount of chili to suit your tastes.