The easiest way to remove chestnuts shell is to press on the shell on both ends of the cut and around it. This move will separate the inner skin and outer shell from the pulp. Soaking: The longer you soak chestnuts the softer roasted chestnuts you will get. It also facilitates peeling of the inner skin and protects chestnuts from becoming dry when roasted in the oven.

Lamson & Goodnow, a cutlery maker based in Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts, was founded in 1837 and is the country’s oldest operating cutlery business. Simply said, these are vintage kitchen devices that mix nostalgia with a focus on functionality. Using the Lamson Chestnut Knife, you may score chestnuts before roasting them, and you can also peel the inner skin of the nut with the knife’s sharp edge.

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My suocera (mother-in-law) at times roasts them on hot coals of the fireplace, but mostly often on a stove top in a pan or simply popped in the oven, which, to me, is the best method for roasting chestnuts at home. Other Ways To Cook Chestnuts Pan roasted chestnuts on a stove. Use a chestnuts roasting pan or a cast iron skillet. Chestnuts cooked in this way turn very simile to chestnuts roasted on an open fire. Remove the inner skin (optional): If you prefer, you can remove the thin inner skin attached to the chestnut halves. Simply use your knife or your fingers to peel it away. This step is purely based on personal preference.

Make a small incision: Place each chestnut flat-side down on the cutting board. Using a sharp knife, make a small, shallow incision on the rounded side of the chestnut. This helps to prevent them from exploding while cooking. Case has been manufacturing knives in the USA since 1889. Known for quality knives for the outdoor enthusiast, this Case Cutlery Sod Buster Jr. has chrome vanadium stainless steel blades, Skinner Blade. Short and sweet, it is 3 5/8 inches / 9.21 cm closed and weighs only 2.2 oz. Chestnut Bone Durable handle is beautiful and well as functional. Folding blade knives are easy to open and close. Boil chestnuts. Boiling is the the best cooking method for chestnut quality that won’t peel no matter what you do. It also makes the softest and butter-y chestnuts out of all methods. You can boil chestnuts if you need to use them in the recipes too. Cut the chestnuts in half: With the flat side of the chestnut facing down on the cutting board, use your sharp knife to gently slice through the shell, starting from the incision you made earlier. Apply gentle pressure and work your way around the chestnut until it splits in half.Take a peek around and see if you can discover your favorite new Chestnut Knife. Lamson Chestnut Knife with Riveted Walnut Handle Lamson Chestnut Knife with Riveted Walnut Handle Good things come to those who wait: Don’t rush to peel chestnuts immediately after roasting. First, they’re too hot to handle with bare hands. Second, letting them rest and steam for 10-20 minutes will (again) make peeling easier. Scoring: Essential step before roasting chestnuts. It’s THE key for easy peeling plus by letting out the steam the form inside, prevents chestnuts from exploding in the oven.