Perhaps the most important consequence of the Colombian Exchange was the forced migration and enslavement of millions of people. While the Spanish conquered Mexico and Peru, the Portuguese subjugated Brazil and, as a result, led the way in trafficking enslaved people to the Americas.
A microwave can also be used to thaw and cook frozen edamame. If your edamame is fresh, you'll need to boil them for about 5-6 minutes. See also: Nutritional information for edamame, from CalorieCount. To eat edamame which is still in the pod, bring the pod to your lips, then squeeze or bite the beans into your mouth.
The Nutrition of Edamame. It's high in protein, high in fiber, low in fat, and generally nutrient dense. One cup of edamame in the shell delivers 8 grams of fiber, 17 grams of protein and 8 grams of healthy fats. It also gives you over a day's worth of folate, as well as a range of other B vitamins and minerals, including potassium.