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Osmanthus Honey Roasted Chestnuts

Osmanthus Honey Roasted Chestnuts

Cross-scored chestnuts simmered, soaked in sweet oil syrup, then oven-roasted and finished with osmanthus honey until glossy, caramelized and tender, with shells that peel away easily.

Instructions

  1. 1
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    Put the chestnuts into a bowl, wash them clean, and then take them out.

  2. 2
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    Draw a cruciform.

  3. 3
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    After the water in the pot boils, add the chestnuts and cook for 10 minutes, then simmer for another 10 minutes before removing and setting aside. In a bowl, add sugar and hot water, mix and stir until dissolved, pour over the chestnuts, then add cooking oil and mix evenly, and soak for 3-4 hours.

  4. 4
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    Place the chestnuts on a baking tray, preheat the oven to 215 degrees, and bake for 20 minutes first.

  5. 5
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    Then take it out, sprinkle with dried Osmanthus flowers, brush with Osmanthus honey, and continue baking for another 5-6 minutes.

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Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • Chestnut
    500g
  • Hot water
    30g
  • Dried osmanthus
    to taste
  • Osmanthus honey
    to taste

Seasonings

  • white sugar
    30g
  • Edible oil
    30ml