How To Roast Chestnuts On Stove (Using Chestnut Pan or Cast-Iron Pan)

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How To Roast Chestnuts On Stove (Using Chestnut Pan or Cast-Iron Pan)

Pan roasted chestnuts are super easy to make on a stove: gas, electric or induction! You'll love their beautiful charred shell and delicious sweet nut inside.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Soaking Time30

Total Time1 10

Course: Snack

Cuisine: Italian

Servings:

Calories: 244kcal

Author: Svi

Equipment

chestnut roasting pan or cast iron pan
italian chestnut knife or pairing knife

Ingredients

1.1 pounds chestnuts about 500 grams or more
Salt optional

Instructions

Score Chestnuts

Choose chestnuts similar in size to ensure even cooking.
Using a paring or an Italian Chestnut knife, make a cross-cut on the flat side of the chestnut. Make sure to score ALL chestnuts. The incision will allow the steam to escape from the nut and prevent them from exploding when they start heating and will also help you peel chestnuts easily.
Place scored chestnuts in a bowl with water and let soak for 15-30 minutes or more.

Roast Chestnuts In A Cast Iron Pan (suitable for all kind of stove tops)

Place your cast iron pan on a stove and preheat it on medium heat for roughly a minute.
Add the chestnuts and cover with a lid.
Let chestnuts cook for approximately 25-30 minutes. Make sure to stir them every 5-7 minutes for even roasting.
As they cook, the shells will start to split open. Smaller size chestnuts will take less time to cook while bigger chestnuts or marroni will require extra 5 minutes. At 25 minute mark taste one to see if they are ready.
If chestnuts start to darken too much reduce the heat.

Roast Chestuts In A Chestnut Roasting Pan (for gas stoves only)

Place the perforated chestnut roasting pan on the gas stove on top of the difuser on medium flames
Add the chestnuts and let them cook for approximately 25-30 minutes. For even roasting, stir them every 5-7 minutes.
As they cook, the shells will start to split open. When the time comes close to 25 minute mark, take one chestnuts and taste for readiness. Adjust cooking time if needed.
Turn down the heat slightly if chestnuts starts to brown too much.

Steam Chestnuts

Once fully cooked, wrap the chestnuts in a clean kitchen towel or place in a paper bag, squeeze them tight and let them sit covered for about 10 minutes. This will allow you to peel them easily.
Even if you are not planning to eat them all, it is easier to peel them when they are still warm. You can do that and then store the remaining ones in the fridge for a couple of days or freeze them.

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