Chestnuts
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Calories: 224
Energy: 937 kj
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| Protein: | 4.20 g | |||||||
| Fat - total: | 1.11 g | |||||||
| Carbohydrate - by diff: | 49.07 g | |||||||
| Sugar - total: | 0.00 g | |||||||
| Fibre: | 0.0 g | |||||||
| Water: | 43.95 g | |||||||
General Description:
A popular nut that can be boiled or roasted.
Sweet nutty flavour and texture is similar to a firm baked potato.
Selection:
Look for chestnuts with a glossy brown shell.
Nutrition Information:
Mainly complex carbohydrates and water (40-45%).
High in Vitamin C, low in fats, source of Protein.
Provides 937kj / 100g.
Storage & Handling Information:
They will keep refrigerated in a plastic bag for a few weeks.
If cooking - to prevent the shell from bursting, make a small "X" all the way through the shell on the flat side of chestnut.
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Growing Area Information:
WA - South West
*Imported stock available during local season.