Cajun Chestnuts
The Chestnut Cook Book
This recipe is influenced by the southeastern United States and has a bit of a kick!
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
50 minutes
Yield
6 Servings
Ingredients
1 1⁄2 pounds chestnuts (fresh)
1 clove garlic
1 tablespoon butter
1⁄4 teaspoon salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1⁄4 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
Roast and peel the chestnuts.* Mince the garlic and sauté in butter for a minute in a heavy large skillet. Add the chestnuts and spices to incorporate, and then spread in a shallow pan and roast at 300 degrees F until a bit crispy (15-20 minutes).
Notes
*To roast chestnuts, cut a slash or an “X” into the shell, but not into the meat. Place nuts on a cookie sheet, sprinkle generously with water, and bake at 400 degrees F for 15-20 minutes. Let cool slightly (but not too much!) and then peel.