I think it might be more like a fetus because if we're actually talking about a biological comparison, edamame is an unripe seed, comparable to an unripe baby in the womb. It only becomes it's own entity after sprouting. So bean sprouts are vegan veal.

I'm with @TheReanuKeeves@lemmy.world in that its unborn soy bean seeds, but you're right it is closer to being soybean than a fetus.

So I propose that Edamame is Vegan Balut as a compromise

I admire your attempt at making edamame seem more delicious.

Thanks for reminding me I have some edamame.