Chestnuts

This version of rojões is made with chunks of pork that were previously marinated in garlic and white wine. However, traditional Minho recipes often include roasted chestnuts, blood and flour cakes called belouras or bolachosREAD MORE

A dish worthy of a king - or perhaps simply the main course of a wedding ceremony - shah pilaf (translated as crown pilaf) is a traditional meal infused with a medley of local aromas. It goes through several stages of preparation before r... READ MORE

Weihnachtsgans is a traditional German roasted goose that's prepared for Christmas. The goose is typically filled with onions, prunes, chestnuts, apples, and/or dates. It is also often stuffed with a dough or meat filling. It's seasoned with salt,... READ MORE

When seeking genuinely authentic and traditional Azerbaijani cuisine, piti is undoubtedly the first dish that locals will recommend. Originating in the northern city of Sheki, this hearty stew owes its unmistakable taste to the clay pot i... READ MORE

Daifuku, often referred to as daifukumochi, is a popular Japanese confectionery. It is usually shaped into small round balls, which consist of a chewy outer layer and a creamy, sweet filling. The daifuku shell is made with mo... READ MORE

Gesztenyepüré is a sweet treat consisting of puréed, sweetened chestnuts topped with whipped cream. It is very popular in Hungary, but it was first discovered in an Italian cookbook from 1475. This dish is made by mixing chestnu... READ MORE

Mont Blanc (or Montebianco, as known in Italy) is a dessert made with puréed, sweetened chestnuts, topped with lightly whipped cream. Due to its resemblance to a snow-capped mountain, this dessert was named after Mont Blanc, the highest mou... READ MORE

Although the plump and round chestnut baklavas are mostly associated with the city of Bursa and Marmara region, they are a nationwide favorite nevertheless. This delightful treat is made by wrapping phyllo pastry sheets around whole candied chestn... READ MORE

An egg roll is a Chinese-style snack consisting of diced meat and chopped vegetables that are wrapped in an egg-based dough, and then deep-fried in hot oil. Although Andrew Coe, the author of Chop Suey: A Cultural History of Chinese Food in th... READ MORE

On St. Martin’s Day, November 11, stuffed goose is prepared as a traditional dish throughout Austria. The dish has many variations, but the goose is typically stuffed with chestnuts and dried plums, then roasted. When served, it is tradition... READ MORE

Marron glacé is a dried and candied chestnut, a French sweet treat that is extremely popular during the festive Christmas season. Preparing the candied chestnuts is a time-consuming process, so it is considered an expensive treat. The chest... READ MORE

This versatile dessert usually consists of a cream base that is enriched with various ingredients. Typical additions include various types of canned fruit such as lychee, jackfruit, longan, or red-colored water chestnuts, as well as coconut milk, ... READ MORE

Gesztenye szelet is a traditional cake originating from Hungary, where it's a coffeehouse staple. The cake is usually made with a combination of chestnut purée, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, flour, salt, brandy, heavy cream, and dark chocol... READ MORE

Azerbaijan is a country with a rich tapestry of culture, with many different influences - and no dish does more justice to its history than the sweet rice dish shirin plov. Believed to have been created in the capital of Baku, the dish is... READ MORE

Kastaniensuppe is a traditional soup originating from Germany. Although there are variations, the soup is usually made with a combination of chestnuts, butter, beef stock, heavy cream, port, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. The boiled and peeled chestnut... READ MORE

Uirō is a sweet Japanese cake consisting of sugar, rice flour, and water. The cake is traditionally steamed until it develops a chewy texture. It dates back to the 16th century, when it was used as a part of Japanese tea ceremonies, a tradition th... READ MORE

Ban li shao ji is a traditional Chicken dish that's popular throughout the country, but especially in Shanghai and Zhejiang. It consists of braised chicken with chestnuts. The dish is usually made with a combination of chicken, scallions, chicken ... READ MORE

Castagne alla valdostana is a traditional appetizer originating from the Aosta Valley. This sweet appetizer is usually made with a combination of chestnuts, butter, honey, grappa, and salt. The chestnuts are soaked in warm water overnight and cook... READ MORE

Olleta is a traditional rice dish originating from the Alicante province. Although the dish has a few variations, it’s usually made with a combination of Spanish rice, chickpeas, chestnuts, pumpkin, stock, olive oil, garlic, salt pork or bac... READ MORE

A hearty national specialty typically consumed during cooler seasons, this Chinese dish unites the sweet flavor of chestnuts with the savory and tender chicken meat. Chopped chicken is soaked in a marinade of Shaoxing wine, oyster and soy sauces, ... READ MORE

Martinjska guska s marunima is a specialty of the Croatian region of Zagorje, utilizing goose and chestnuts as its main ingredients. The goose is traditionally stuffed with a combination of roasted chestnuts, bacon, onions, moistened bread, eggs, ... READ MORE

Purica na Lovranski način is a Croatian dish originating from Lovran, a city known for its high-quality chestnuts, which are also used in the preparation of this delicacy. The key ingredient for this dish is a large turkey that is stuffed with a f... READ MORE

Zuppa di fagiano is a traditional soup that's especially popular in Tuscany, where game birds have been hunted since Etruscan days. The soup is usually prepared with a combination of pheasant meat, stock, olive oil, shallots, celery, salt, pepper,... READ MORE

Zuppa di ceci e castagne is a traditional soup originating from Lazio. It's usually made with a combination of chickpeas, chestnuts, pancetta, onions, garlic, olive oil, tomatoes, parsley, dried chili peppers, meat stock, and salt. The pancetta, o... READ MORE

Zuppa di riso e castagne is a traditional soup originating from Piemonte. The soup is usually made with a combination of a few selected ingredients – boiled chestnuts, milk, rice, beef stock, and butter. The boiled chestnuts are peeled and c... READ MORE

Zuppa di castagne is a traditional chestnut soup. It's made with a combination of chestnuts, onions, carrots, celery, fat, salt, pepper, and stock or water. The chestnuts are baked in the oven and peeled. The onions, carrots, and celery are browne... READ MORE

Choux de bruxelles aux marrons is a traditional dish based on brussels sprouts and chestnuts. The dish is usually made with a combination of brussels sprouts, chestnuts, bacon, butter, chicken stock, salt, and black pepper. The chestnuts are blanc... READ MORE

This heavy, dense dessert cake is a specialty originating from the Croatian city of Varaždin. Varaždinska torta is especially popular in autumn due to an abundance of its key ingredient – chestnuts. The cake is made with a base consisting of... READ MORE