Add water to a medium pot with a lid, measure in cumin, coriander, cayenne, salt and pepper. Cover and bring water to a rolling boil. Uncover and add edamame. Return water to a boil and cook uncovered for five more minutes. Drain edamame, but do not rinse. Transfer to a serving bowl or storage container.

Enjoy them warm or cold, but only eat the beansnever the pods. Place one end of the pod between your lips and use your thumb and index finger to squeeze the beans one at a time into your mouth. Discard the pods in a separate bowl.