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Chestnuts in the Air Fryer
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Chestnuts in the Air Fryer

45 min4 serv.21 февр. 2026 г.

Description

The appetizer is quick and easy to prepare. I’ll go into more detail below. The appetizer is ready. Serve immediately.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Step 1

    Prepare all the ingredients.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Step 2

    Rinse the chestnuts.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Step 3

    With a sharp knife, on the convex side, make a cross-shaped cut about one-third into the chestnut.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Step 4

    Score all the chestnuts this way.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Step 5

    Soak the chestnuts in water for 15-30 minutes. This step is optional, but it will make the chestnuts easier to peel afterward.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Step 6

    Pre-heat the air fryer in advance for 10 minutes at 200°C. Then arrange the chestnuts on the rack.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Step 7

    Cook the chestnuts for 20–25 minutes at 180–190 degrees. During cooking, you can turn the chestnuts so they bake evenly.

  8. 8

    Step 8

    Step 8

    The cooked chestnuts should become soft and easy to pierce with a knife, and the shells should become brittle and easy to remove.

  9. 9

    Step 9

    Step 9

    Before serving, you can sprinkle the chestnuts with salt.

  10. 10

    Step 10

    Step 10

    Chestnuts in the air fryer are ready.

  11. 11

    Step 11

    Step 11

    Enjoy your meal!