Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
200 g

Frozen edamame

Podded

1 bunch

Frozen edamame

For garnish

0.33 unit

Silken tofu

Block

100 ml

Soy milk

2 tbsp

Powdered cheese

Or cream cheese

1 dash

Garlic

Grated

2 tbsp

Olive oil

0.5 tsp

Salt

1 dash

Black pepper

Freshly ground

2 unit

Spaghetti

Step 1
~2 min

Pod the edamame beans.

Step 2
~2 min

Combine edamame beans, silken tofu, soy milk, powdered cheese (or cream cheese), grated garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a mixer.

Step 3
~2 min

Blend until smooth to create a cream sauce.

Step 4
~2 min

Transfer the mixture into a bowl.

Step 5
~2 min

If the sauce is too thick, dilute with soy milk to achieve a thick double cream consistency.

Step 6
~2 min

Chill the sauce in the fridge.

Step 7
~2 min

Bring a pot of water to a boil and add at least 1 tablespoon of salt.

Step 8
~2 min

Taste the water to ensure it is salty.

Step 9
~2 min

Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions.

Step 10
~2 min

Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse with running water.

Step 11
~2 min

After rinsing, transfer the pasta into a bowl of ice water to chill thoroughly.

Step 12
~2 min

Drain the pasta well.

Step 13
~2 min

Pat the pasta dry with kitchen paper for best results.

Step 14
~2 min

Mix the chilled pasta with the chilled edamame cream sauce.

Step 15
~2 min

Transfer the pasta to a serving dish.

Step 16
~2 min

Garnish with the reserved edamame beans.

Step 17
~2 min

Drizzle with olive oil and serve.

Step 18
~2 min

Optional toppings: prosciutto, sliced almonds, or dried shrimps.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra tang.

Use different types of pasta for variety.

Adjust the amount of garlic to your taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a light lunch or side dish.

Pair with a green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled shrimp skewers
Cucumber salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Japan (Inspired)

Cultural Significance

Fusion cuisine

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Summer
Lunch
Picnic

Popularity Score

65/100

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