Braised Chestnuts With Mini Shiitake Mushrooms

Dried water chestnut is the only nut that carries vitamin C. In view of its high carbohydrates content in its starch, it'll be a good idea to add some chestnuts in vegetarian dish to replace rice or noodles. Another way of promoting healthy diet?

In the past, I would not consider using dried chestnuts in my cooking when I factor in the dehydration process. But now, something is pushing me to experiment new things. Here's the result of my research on several cook books.

Braised Chestnuts With Mini Shiitake Mushrooms
Serves 2-3

Ingredients:

100gm of shiitake mushrooms, cleaned

120gm of dried chestnuts, soaked overnight

some mint leaves, coarsely chopped

Seasoning:

1 & a half tbsp of dark soy sauce

1 tbsp of sugar

1 tsp of sesame oil

salt to taste

700ml water

Methods:

1. Bring water to a boil in a non-stick pot. Add chestnuts and seasoning. Leave it simmering under low heat with lid covered. Stir occasionally. Add water if needed. This will take about an hour to get the chestnut tender.

2. When the sauce is about to thicken, add mushrooms and mint leaves. Let it cook for another 10 minutes. Add salt to taste.

3. Serve hot on its own or with rice.