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The chestnuts are a group of eight or nine species of deciduous trees and shrubs in the genus Castanea, in the beech family Fagaceae. They are native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. The name also refers to the edible nuts they produce.Nutrition in chestnuts. Chestnuts are probably not what we would call a nutrition powerhouse, but they are still pretty high in manganese, vitamin C, vitamin B6 and copper. They are in fact the only nuts that contain appreciable levels of vitamin C. In 100 grams of chestnuts you'll find 53 grams of carbohydrates.Chestnuts are the only nut the has Vitamin C and it is in a very high amount. ... Chestnuts contain fiber which absorbs water and makes stool softer along with adding bulk. The softer and bulkier stool will pass through the gastrointestinal tract faster and easier.Eat your raw chestnut. Depending on where your chestnut originated, it may or may not be safe to eat raw. American chestnuts have high concentrations of tannic acid and will make you ill if you eat them raw. ... Because of the dangers of eating raw chestnuts, they are rarely used in recipes without first being cooked.Whole chestnuts can be eaten raw, baked, boiled or roasted. Use a sharp knife or chestnut knife to peel and eat them raw, or score an X with the knife deep through the outer shell, then roast at 400 degrees for 10 minutes or until the cut edges peel back.Chestnuts can be a nutritious and delicious fall and winter treat. ... An edible chestnut is easiest to spot if it is still in its husk, which is spiny and needle-sharp. The toxic, inedible chestnut, also called the horse chestnut, has a husk that is much smoother, with only a few warts.The ideal storage conditions for chestnuts are 33-35 degrees Fahrenheit and 85-90% humidity. We recommend storing chestnuts in covered containers in the coldest part of the refrigerator. Stored properly in the refrigerator, chestnuts can have a shelf life of approximately 2-3 weeks.In 100 grams of chestnuts you'll find 53 grams of carbohydrates. Of those 53 grams, 11 come from simple sugars, 5 from fiber and the remaining 37 grams is starch. In those same 100 grams of chestnuts, you'll only get 2.2 grams of fat and 3 grams of protein.Once the water begins to simmer, remove the chestnuts from the water using a mesh strainer or slotted spoon and transfer them to a baking sheet. Roast for 15 minutes, or until the shells begin to peel back where you cut into them. ... Both the outer shell and the tough brown skin around the chestnuts should be peeled off.Put the chestnuts in a large bowl and add enough water to cover by 1 inch. Let soak for at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour. ... Spread the chestnuts in a roasting pan and roast in a preheated 400°F oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the shells are brittle and have curled back somewhat at the X.Heat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6. Using a small, sharp knife, cut a cross into the skin of each nut. Put in a roasting tin and bake until the skins open and the insides are tender, about 30 minutes. Serve in paper bags, if you like.Similar to chestnuts, they are also high in manganese and copper but with lower amounts of potassium, vitamin C and vitamin B6. Meanwhile, almonds are loaded with vitamin E and protein and contain a good amount of manganese, magnesium and riboflavin.
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