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European chestnuts
Calories & nutrition facts
raw, peeled
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 196 kcal —
- Protein 1.6 g 3%
- Carbohydrate 44 g 16%
- Fat 1.3 g 2%
- Saturated fat 0.2 g 1%
- Sodium 2 mg 0%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 1 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 40.2 mg 45%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.14 mg 12%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.02 mg 1%
- Niacin (B3) 1.1 mg 7%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.48 mg 10%
- Vitamin B6 0.35 mg 21%
- Folate (B9) 58 µg 14%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
Minerals
- Calcium 19 mg 1%
- Iron 0.94 mg 5%
- Magnesium 30 mg 7%
- Phosphorus 38 mg 3%
- Potassium 484 mg 10%
- Zinc 0.49 mg 4%
- Copper 0.42 mg 46%
- Manganese 0.34 mg 15%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 196 | 1.6 g | 44 g | 1.3 g |
| 1 × oz | 28.4 g | 56 | 0.5 g | 13 g | 0.4 g |
| 2 × oz | 56.7 g | 111 | 0.9 g | 25 g | 0.7 g |
| ½ × oz | 14.2 g | 28 | 0.2 g | 6.3 g | 0.2 g |
| 3 × oz | 85.1 g | 167 | 1.4 g | 38 g | 1.1 g |
| 4 × oz | 113.4 g | 222 | 1.8 g | 50 g | 1.4 g |
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Questions about European chestnuts
How do you roast European chestnuts in the oven?
Cut a deep cross through the shell on the flat side of each chestnut; this lets steam escape and makes peeling easier. Roast at 200 °C for 20–30 minutes, until the shells curl back, then peel while they are still warm.
How do you boil European chestnuts?
Score the shells, cover the chestnuts with water and simmer for about 15–20 minutes, until a knife slides into the flesh easily. Drain and peel them while warm, removing both the shell and the thin inner skin.
How should you store fresh European chestnuts?
Keep them in a breathable bag in the fridge rather than in a sealed plastic bag, which can trap moisture. Use them promptly, and freeze peeled cooked chestnuts if you want to keep them longer.
What dishes can you make with European chestnuts?
Use cooked chestnuts in stuffing, soups and winter vegetable dishes, or purée them for a smooth soup or dessert. They are also used in marrons glacés, whole chestnuts candied in syrup.
Are European chestnuts the same as horse chestnuts?
No. European chestnuts are edible; horse chestnuts, often called conkers, are a different tree’s seeds and are poisonous if eaten. Never eat a nut you cannot confidently identify.
What is a typical portion of European chestnuts?
A small handful, about 28 g, is a useful portion; it provides 55 kcal. Chestnuts are relatively starchy compared with most nuts.
Which nutrients stand out in European chestnuts?
They are a source of copper and vitamin C: 100 g provides 0.42 mg of copper and 40.2 mg of vitamin C. Cooking can reduce vitamin C, so the amount in a serving depends on how it is prepared.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 170575 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
