Crispy Soybean Fritters

From Diane During my almost twenty years as a vegetarian, I craved beans and legumes for protein. I ate almost every variety of bean I could find, but my favorite was—and still remains—soybeans (edamame). They’re meaty and have a great, satisfying bite. These patties are great as a side dish or as additions to salads, or if made into wider patties, they make great burgers.

The key to success with this recipe is to make firm patties before frying. They