At the end of September, there are people selling roasted chestnuts on the shelves of various retail outlets, as well as in the market squares. In addition, chestnuts are sold not only fried but also raw. Every time a person inexperienced in culinary matters, passing by such a product, asks the question: "How can you still cook chestnuts?"
Instructions
Before delving into the rich world of culinary recipes, it is worth noting that the chestnut fruit is very useful, because it contains starch, sugar, potassium, iron, honey, zinc and even ascorbic and folic acid. Those who have tasted chestnuts at least once noticed that the dish has a slight bitter aftertaste. This is due to tannins, which are also found in chestnuts.
In order to determine whether the chestnuts are edible or not, dip them into some container with water, while healthy chestnuts will remain at the bottom, and inedible fruits will float. Edible chestnuts also have a shiny brown shell and wrinkled body. It is best to store chestnuts in a cool, dry place, preferably at freezing temperatures.
The most common chestnut dish is roasted chestnuts. We will tell you about how to roast chestnuts correctly and the next time you invite your friends to visit, you can enjoy an unusual, but very healthy fruit.
There are several recipes for roasted chestnuts:
First, you need to make a cruciform incision on the chestnuts, this is an important need, since the chestnuts can explode when frying. The incision should be neat and not deep, the maximum depth is 1cm. Place the chestnuts on the grill and bake until tender. If you decide to roast chestnuts at home, then bake them in the oven at 240 ° C for twenty to thirty minutes. After removing the chestnuts from the oven, let them cool, and then serve.
First, you need to make a cruciform incision on the chestnuts, this is an important need, since the chestnuts can explode when frying. The incision should be neat and not deep, the maximum depth is 1cm. Place the chestnuts on the grill and bake until tender. If you decide to roast chestnuts at home, then bake them in the oven at 240 ° C for twenty to thirty minutes. After removing the chestnuts from the oven, let them cool, and then serve.
