Roasted Chestnuts
Transform your winter evenings with the comforting aroma and irresistible taste of homemade Roasted Chestnuts! This classic recipe is incredibly simple, requiring just two basic ingredients—plump chestnuts and a touch of water—and under 40 minutes to prepare. By scoring the chestnuts and soaking them briefly, you ensure perfectly tender nuts with easy-to-peel shells. The roasting process brings out their rich, buttery flavor and warm, nutty aroma, making them the ultimate seasonal treat. Serve these golden-brown treasures straight from the oven as a cozy snack, or use them to elevate your favorite holiday dishes. Perfect for entertaining or enjoying on a crisp day, roasted chestnuts are a true celebration of fall and winter flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chestnuts
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Rinse the chestnuts under cold water to remove any dirt or debris and pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
Using a sharp paring knife, carefully score an 'X' on the flat side of each chestnut. This step prevents the nuts from bursting in the oven and makes them easier to peel after roasting.
Place the scored chestnuts in a large bowl and soak them in 1 cup of water for 10 minutes. This helps to keep them moist during roasting.
Drain the chestnuts and transfer them to a baking sheet, arranging them in a single layer with the scored side facing up.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the chestnuts for 20–25 minutes, or until the shells curl back at the scored marks and the nuts inside are tender.
Remove the chestnuts from the oven and cover them with a clean kitchen towel for 5 minutes. This steaming step helps loosen the shells.
Once cool enough to handle, peel the chestnuts by removing both the outer shell and the thin inner skin. Serve warm or use in your favorite recipes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1225 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 11.0 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 265.0 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.5 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.8 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 2960 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
