Kuri no Kanroni (Japanese Candied Chestnuts)
The vibrant yellow of Kuri no Kanroni catches the eye, offering a delightful experience that allows you to enjoy the natural flavor of chestnuts combined with a rich sweetness. Indulge in this sweet and delicate taste of Japan.
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Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 lb whole chestnuts (When using peeled chestnuts, adjust the amount of whole chestnuts to 70%.)
- 1 dried gardenia pod (optional for coloring)
- 1 ½ cups water (for the step 5)
- ⅞ cup white sugar
Instructions
- Soak whole chestnuts in water for at least 1 hour, or in warm water at around 122℉ (50℃) for 20 minutes.
- Cut off the bottom part of the chestnuts and peel the outer shells.
- Remove the inner skins from the chestnuts thoroughly with a knife. Fill a bowl with water and place the peeled chestnuts in it. Soak them for 30 minutes, changing the water when it becomes cloudy.
- Crack gardenia pod using the handle of a knife or pliers. Put water (not included in the recipe) in a pot and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, add the chestnuts and cracked gardenia pod, and let them simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
- Strain the contents of the pot through a colander, being careful not to crack the chestnuts, and discard the gardenia pod. In another pot, add the chestnuts, water (as specified in the recipe), and sugar, then bring it to a boil. Once boiling, let it simmer over low heat for 20 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and transfer the chestnuts along with the syrup to a storage container. After the residual heat has dissipated, refrigerate them for at least half a day.
Notes
- If you are using peeled chestnuts, start from step 4.
- You can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 months, as long as the container is sterilized and the chestnuts are soaked in syrup.
- The listed calorie count assumes that all of the syrup is consumed. The calorie content of kuri no kanroni alone is 190 calories per serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 353kcal
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