Japanese chestnut
Nut🍂 Peak in autumn
Sweet with a chestnut-like flavor, Japanese chestnuts are creamy and slightly crunchy, offering a delightful contrast in both savory and sweet dishes. Their unique taste is reminiscent of autumn harvests.
Where it comes from
Integral to Japanese cuisine, these chestnuts have been cultivated for over a thousand years, often appearing in traditional dishes during the harvest season.
In the kitchen
Typically roasted or used in desserts, Japanese chestnuts add a natural sweetness and unique texture to soups, rice dishes, and pastries, enhancing the culinary experience.
Nutrition (per 100g)
130kcalCal
2.0gProtein
0.5gFat
30.0gCarbs
5.0gFiber
Values are AI-estimated, not from a laboratory database