Chestnuts roasted in an air fryer
Do you love the taste of roasted chestnuts but are looking for a quick and uncomplicated way to prepare them? The air fryer is the perfect solution! Among the different methods for roasting chestnuts, we show you the easiest and fastest of all. In just 9 minutes, with the help of the air fryer, you will achieve that irresistible roasted flavor and an unmistakable texture: crispy on the outside and perfectly roasted on the inside. Besides being a delicious snack, chestnuts are rich in nutrients and perfect to enjoy during autumn or winter. In this recipe we explain step by step how to prepare them.
Ingredients
Materials
- Knife
- Air fryer
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Preparation
Examine the chestnuts and discard those with holes, cuts and those that are soft. Reserve only those in good condition.
With the help of a sharp knife, make a cross-shaped cut in the belly of the chestnut. This will prevent the chestnuts from exploding during cooking.
Put the chestnuts in the basket of the air fryer, avoiding that they are on top of each other.
Set the air fryer to roast mode and cook for 9 minutes at 390°F/200°C. Halfway through cooking, open the basket and move the chestnuts a little so that they roast evenly. Remove the chestnuts when they are golden brown and have opened.
And ready! Serve and enjoy while they are still warm.
Observations
Tip: If you have to roast a lot of chestnuts, roast them in several batches so as not to obstruct air circulation and so that all the chestnuts receive the heat evenly.
How to choose the best chestnuts?
Choose chestnuts that have more or less the same size so that the cooking is homogeneous. Otherwise, there is a risk that the larger chestnuts will be raw and the smaller ones overcooked. The best are those that are unblemished, shiny dark brown in color. Favor those that are large and heavy and discard those with cuts or holes.
I don't have an air fryer, what other cooking methods can I use to roast chestnuts?
Chestnuts can be roasted in many ways: in the embers of a fireplace, roasted in the oven, roasted in the microwave or in a chestnut pan.
How long can I keep chestnuts roasted in an air fryer?
While raw chestnuts can be kept for quite a long time, once they are cooked, they cannot. Therefore, we recommend cooking just the right amount and enjoying them while they are still hot.
What recipes could I prepare with roasted chestnuts?
Roasted chestnuts are an ideal snack, but you can also prepare many sweet and savory dishes with them. For example: make a sweet chestnut cream to prepare delicious desserts such as chocolate fondant cake or Mont Blanc style verrines with chestnut cream.
When is it typical to eat chestnuts?
They can be enjoyed throughout autumn and winter.
