Autumn is here, and for me, that means one thing: castagne (chestnuts)! I absolutely adore them. There's something magical about that sweet, earthy flavour and the comforting warmth of a freshly roasted castagna.
Traditionally, in my house, we roast them on the stufa. For those who don't know, the stufa is like a wood-powered oven or stove. It has a flat, warm surface on top where we cook food.
This year, my castagne cravings hit early, right in September! The stufa wasn't fired up, and to be honest, I don't even own that special perforated roasting pan (Arrosticastagne) myself. Usually, I'd just wait... but not this time!
I looked at my kitchen counter, and my trusty air fryer caught my eye. Could it work? Could this modern marvel replicate the old-world charm of my stufa-roasted castagne? I decided to take the plunge.
And let me tell you, it was a revelation! The castagne came out absolutely amazing – perfectly cooked, easy to peel, and satisfying all those early autumn cravings.
My Air Fryer Castagna Hack: Simple & Delicious!
If you're like me and want to enjoy fantastic roasted castagne without waiting for the stufa to fire up or dealing with a specialized pan, the air fryer is your new best friend. Here's how I do it:
What you'll need:
* Fresh castagne (Chestnuts)
The Method:
* Score Them Up: This is the most crucial step! Take each castagna and carefully score an "X" or a horizontal slit on its rounded, domed side. Do NOT skip this! Scoring prevents them from exploding in the heat and helps the steam escape, making them easier to peel later.
* Load 'Em In: Once your castagne are scored, place them in your air fryer basket in a single layer. Don't overcrowd the basket; give them some space to roast evenly.
* Air Fry to Perfection: Close that basket and air fry for 20 minutes.
* Check for Doneness: You'll know they're ready when the scores have opened up, the shells are slightly curled back, and the flesh inside is soft and tender.
* Enjoy! Carefully remove your castagne from the air fryer. They'll be hot, so let them cool slightly before peeling and enjoying that glorious, warm goodness.
This simple air fryer method delivers beautifully roasted castagne every time. It's become my go-to autumn hack, bringing the taste of tradition into my modern kitchen with incredible ease.
So, next time those chestnut cravings hit, skip the wait and grab your air fryer.
You won't regret it! 🌰 ❤️📌
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