Required products:
- fresh chestnuts - 500 g
- salt - 1 tsp
- water - for soaking
Preparation method:
Select healthy, firm and shiny chestnuts and wash them well with cold water. In a bowl of lukewarm water, dissolve a teaspoon of salt, then soak the chestnuts for about 20 minutes.
This step softens the outer shell and gives the nuts a light flavor. After soaking, remove the chestnuts and dry them carefully with a towel.
With a sharp knife, make a shallow slit on the protruding side of each chestnut. It can be in the form of a hick or a single cross-cut. It is important to split only the hard outer shell, without the knife going deep into the interior.
Then place a large sheet of aluminum foil in a pan and pour the chestnuts into the center. Gather the edges up and roll them up well, so that you get a tight bun. Wrap everything in a second sheet of foil. The tight closure retains the steam, which helps the skin to separate more easily after baking.
Place the pan in a preheated 200 degree oven. Bake the chestnuts for about 25-30 minutes.
When they are ready, remove the pan and open the bun carefully, as hot steam will come out of it. Cover the chestnuts with a clean towel and leave them for another 5 minutes.
Prepared this way, the chestnuts remain soft, juicy and aromatic, without drying out. They are suitable for serving warm, and the recipe can also be included in a richer autumn menu with other dishes with chestnuts.
Source: recepti.gotvach.bg