1, the cooking time of chestnut is related to the cooking method. If it is just boiled and peeled for eating, it usually takes only about 20 minutes to boil. The specific method is to clean the chestnuts, add appropriate amount of water, cook them in the pot for fifteen minutes, and then cook them slowly on low fire until the chestnuts are completely cooked before eating.

2. If you use a pressure cooker to cook chestnuts, you generally don't need too much water, just add a little water, and you can set the time to about 30-40 minutes. The specific method is chestnut 1000g, appropriate amount of water, chestnut washed and put into the electric pressure cooker liner. Add water, choose the function of universal stew, set the time for 35 minutes, and then open the lid to eat.

What are the benefits of eating chestnut?

1, chestnut is a high starch food, which can quickly replenish energy. It is the best food choice for women who lose weight or beauty. It can replace other staple foods and is easy to digest.

2. Chestnut is commonly used by the people to treat kidney deficiency in the elderly. Eating a chestnut raw every morning and evening can alleviate the frequent urination of the elderly. Eating a proper amount of chestnuts can supplement carbohydrates, provide energy needed by the human body, help fat metabolism in the body, and have the effects of nourishing the stomach, moistening the intestines, benefiting qi and strengthening the spleen.

3. Chestnut contains more unsaturated fatty acids, minerals and vitamins. Regular consumption of chestnut can prevent osteoporosis, hypertension, coronary heart disease and arteriosclerosis, and it is also a nourishing food to resist aging and prolong life.