What should I do if it hurts to peel chestnuts by hand?

Under normal circumstances, regardless of the processing method, we end up peeling the shells with our hands. If we peel too much, our hands and nails will inevitably hurt. Here are two methods to teach you. The methods are as follows :

1. Wear latex gloves to peel the shell. The simplest and most effective way is to wear gloves to peel the shell, and don't let your nails scratch it all the time. This way your hands will basically not hurt, so it is recommended to wear gloves;

2. Use scissors to assist in peeling. . As the saying goes, brute force is not as good as skill. No matter how useful your fingernails are, they are not as strong and sharp as scissors. The first step to peeling chestnut shells is to cut or pry it open with scissors. Then it will be much easier to peel it with your hands. It is not easy. Hands hurt.

Cooking tips for "Quick Chestnut Peeling":

(1) It is recommended to boil chestnuts in hot water, so that the chestnuts can be heated faster and retain the sweetness. The time is also shorter than boiling in cold water.

(2) The skin of fried chestnuts is generally tighter than that of boiled chestnuts. It is recommended to use a knife to open the skin before frying. Finally, add some water to simmer and steam before taking it out of the pan to remove the shells better.

(3) If you want to make boiled or fried chestnuts sweeter and more delicious, it is recommended to open the chestnuts first and soak them in sugar water for 20 minutes before cooking. This will taste more delicious and is more popular among the elderly and children.

(4) Do not cook chestnuts for too long, otherwise the aroma will be lost and the taste will be powdery and not sweet. It is recommended to cook chestnuts for about 15-20 minutes.

(5) Whether it is fried chestnuts or boiled chestnuts, they cannot be stored for too long after being made. If you want to store them for a longer time, it is recommended to dry them in a ventilated place and then store them in a sealed dry container.