Edamame Tofu Dip Recipe

Name: Edamame Tofu Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup (225g) silken tofu; 2 cups (290g) frozen shelled edamame; 2 tsp kosher or sea salt; 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 2 tbsp asian sesame oil; 1 tsp finely minced garlic; 1 tsp sugar; 1 tsp freshly ground pepper; 1/4 cup (15g) minced cilantro/fresh coriander leaves, plus sprigs for garnish; Baked pita chips, crudites, crostini

Servings: persons

1
Drain the tofu and blot completely dry with paper towels/absorbent paper.
2
Set the tofu on several thicknesses of paper while you cook the edamame.
3
Fill a medium saucepan two-thirds full of water and bring to a boil over high heat.
4
Add the edamame and 1/2 tsp of the salt and boil for 3 minutes.
5
Drain in a colander and rinse under cold water.
6
Drain again and blot to remove excess moisture.
7
In the work bowl of a food processor fitted with the metal blade, process the tofu, edamame, the remaining 1 1/2 tsp salt, the lemon juice, sesame oil, garlic, sugar, and pepper until very smooth.
8
Scatter the minced cilantro/fresh coriander leaves over the top and pulse to incorporate.
9
Taste and adjust the seasoning.
10
Transfer to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
11
Garnish with cilantro/fresh coriander.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup (225g) silken tofu, 2 cups (290g) frozen shelled edamame, 2 tsp kosher or sea salt, 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Edamame Tofu Dip falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Edamame Tofu Dip

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