Chestnuts are a delicious and versatile nut that can be used in a variety of dishes, from sweet to savory. They are a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and they have a unique, slightly sweet flavor that makes them a popular ingredient in both sweet and savory dishes. As an appetizer, they can be roasted, grilled, or fried and served with a variety of dips or sauces. They can also be used to make stuffed mushrooms, chestnut soup, or chestnut crostini. No matter what you choose to make, chestnut appetizers are sure to be a hit with your guests.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
BACON WATER CHESTNUT APPETIZERS
Make and share this Bacon Water Chestnut Appetizers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lavender Lynn
Categories Pork
Time 1h10m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Wrap each water chestnut with a piece of bacon.
- Place the rolls seamside down in a baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until bacon is crisp and cooked through.
- Drain off the grease.
- In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, brown sugar, and chili sauce.
- Pour over the bacon-chestnut rolls.
- Return to the oven and bake for another 30 minutes.
CHESTNUT APPETIZERS
These can be made a day or two ahead and reheated. They are delicious.
Provided by carol evans
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a small mixing bowl, combine chestnuts and soy sauce. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (275 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, and spray with a non-stick cooking spray.
- Cut bacon into thirds. Place brown sugar in a small mixing bowl. Drain chestnuts then roll them in brown sugar. Wrap each nut in a bacon strip and secure it with a toothpick. Arrange chestnut/bacon wraps on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake until the bacon is crisp. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 20.6 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 2179.3 mg, Sugar 11.9 g
Tips:
- Always start with fresh chestnuts. Avoid any that are cracked or have holes in them.
- To easily peel chestnuts, score the shells with a sharp knife and roast them in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the shells start to split open.
- Once the chestnuts are roasted, let them cool for a few minutes before peeling and removing the skins.
- Chestnuts can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. They can be roasted, boiled, fried, or ground into flour.
- Chestnut flour is a great gluten-free alternative to wheat flour. It can be used to make pancakes, waffles, bread, and other baked goods.
- Chestnuts are a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and potassium.
Conclusion:
Chestnuts are a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and potassium, and they can be enjoyed roasted, boiled, fried, or ground into flour. Whether you are looking for a sweet or savory dish, chestnuts are sure to please. So next time you see chestnuts in the store, don't be afraid to experiment with them. You might just be surprised at how much you enjoy them!
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