What are water chestnuts?
Water chestnut, also known as Eleocharis ducis , is a type of water plant cultivated for its edible root. These roots are the basis of Chinese and Asian cuisine due to their delicate taste and crispy structure. They are also used in fusion kitchen and sometimes appear in surprising places. Asian markets supply them in several forms and some food stores also carry them, depending on demand. Fresh, when they are available, are a completely different experience. Crispy texture can be similar in both, but fresh roots are sweeter, with layers of taste that are covered during the preservation process. The meat of vegetables also has a slightly different texture, while fresh chestnuts are more fragile and more prone to breaking, rather than slightly slimy as their canned cousins. Some markets are also found in pickled form and meat is some time for flour production. The flour can be somewhat expensive, but is well suitable for certain Asian meals. They tend to give priority to ponds and lakes,Although they will also grow in slow streams. The roots require for about seven months, and the plants prefer warm, so they are almost exclusively cultivated in semi -picked environments. Plants are classified as sedge and pull grass leaves above the water when rooting in the mud down.
When cooking, chestnuts with water are used in many meals to add texture and taste. They have a slightly sweet taste that will be maintained by cooking, along with a crispy texture. Unlike many vegetables that soften when they are heated, these roots remain firm and add a crunchy feeling in the mouth in which they are included. In addition to asipotarate, chestnuts with water are found with stuffing and salads and can be eaten raw or cooked.
When selecting fresh water chestnuts, if available, look for plump samples without any sign of wrinkles. The outer skin should be dark brown and shiny, and when it is cut,The interior will be bright white. Fresh roots can be placed under cooling in water up to one week before use. Canned can be held in a cold dry place until they are open and then should be rinsed and used within a few days.