Soft and Quick Microwave Chestnuts, now we can enjoy roasted chestnuts with little effort and in very little time.
In fact, just soak them for 10 minutes and then cook them in the microwave, even a simple one without special functions works perfectly.
Roasted chestnuts have a fascinating history and are deeply rooted in Italian culture.
Originally, chestnuts were a vital food for mountain populations, especially in the regions of the Apennines and the Alps, where chestnut trees grew abundantly.
Roasted chestnuts are considered one of the first examples of “street food,” they are not only a delicious autumn snack but also a symbol of conviviality and tradition.
In Piedmont, roasted chestnuts are a regular presence at village festivals and autumn fairs.
In Tuscany, roasted chestnuts are often accompanied by a glass of new wine during autumn festivals.
Tuscan chestnuts are renowned for their quality and are also used to make traditional desserts like castagnaccio.
Below, I leave you some recipes to prepare with chestnuts and then we’ll immediately go under the photo to discover how to prepare the Soft and Quick Microwave Chestnuts!!
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Medium
- Rest time: 10 Minutes
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 6 People
- Cooking methods: Microwave
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter
Ingredients for Soft and Quick Microwave Chestnuts
- 1.1 lbs chestnuts
- as needed water (lukewarm)
Tools
- 1 Knife small with smooth blade
- 1 Crisp Plate optional
- 1 Bowl
Preparation of Soft and Quick Microwave Chestnuts
1- Preparing the chestnuts: Wash the chestnuts well under running water. With a sharp knife, make a cross-cut on the rounded part of each chestnut.
This step is important to prevent the chestnuts from exploding during cooking.
2- Soaking: Place the chestnuts in a bowl with water and let them soak for about 10 minutes.
This will help to make them softer.3- Microwave cooking: Drain the chestnuts and place them on a microwave-safe plate. Add a pinch of salt if desired.
Cover the plate with a microwave-safe lid or a sheet of baking paper.4- Cooking time: Cook the chestnuts in the microwave on high power (about 800-1000 watts) for 5-6 minutes.
The cooking time may vary slightly depending on the microwave power and the size of the chestnuts.
Check the cooking after 6 minutes and, if necessary, cook for another 1-2 minutes.5- Resting: Once cooked, let them rest wrapped in a clean towel for 5 minutes.
This will help complete the cooking and make them even softer.6- Peeled: When the chestnuts are cool enough to handle, peel them by squeezing slightly to simultaneously remove the shell and skin.
If you have a microwave with a crisp function and a crisp plate, preheat it for 2 minutes, place the chestnuts, and activate the crisp function for 4 minutes.
how to store Soft and Quick Microwave Chestnuts
Once cold, you can store them for a few days outside the refrigerator.
If you prefer, you can also freeze them or put them vacuum-sealed in appropriate bags.
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